Reinforced Concrete

R/C Example

The intent of this tutorial is to give you hands-on experience via step-by-
step instructions on how to use SAFE to model, analyze, design and de-
tail mild reinforced concrete slabs. Fundamentals of the model creation
process are identified and various model construction techniques are in-
troduced. As you complete the tutorial, you will build the model shown
in Figure 1.

The Project
The tutorial project is an irregularly shaped suspended concrete slab,
with overall dimensions of 113 feet by 120 feet. A large opening exists
in the interior for stair access. The 10-inch thick slab is supported by 12-
inch-thick walls, 16-inch-thick drop panels on columns, and 18-inch by
24-inch beams on two perimeter sides. Columns are 18 inches square,
drop panels are typically 6 feet square, and the story height below the
slab is 12 feet. The model will be analyzed for a uniform dead load of 30
pounds per square foot (psf) plus the self weight of the structure and a
live load of 50 psf.