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Efficient floor framing systems Preliminary sizing of post-tensioned floors

October 2008 » Feature Article

When designing for thinner floors, using post-tensioning to resist loads and deflections provides a more optimal solution than conventionally reinforced floors. This fact is primarily due to the load-balancing effect of the draped post-tensioned tendons.

By Zuming Xia, Ph.D., P.E.

Preliminary sizing of post-tensioned floors

When designing for thinner floors, using post-tensioning to resist loads and deflections provides a more optimal solution than conventionally reinforced floors. This fact is primarily due to the load-balancing effect of the draped post-tensioned tendons.

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