In case of large water-table exact below the structure we should provide Cross bars in slab at columns as shown in picture to reduce bending due to the Uplift pressure of Water.
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nice rod binding
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Dear Sir,
Nice to see improvement in Civil Engineering. Wish to know more so that Civil Engneers are respected like earlier days.
R.N.TOTLOOR
considering punching shear …. is this cross bars contribute to punching shear resistance?
Very good information about civil engineering
nice construct to foundation base with bars