What is difference between one way and two way slab?

Sharad Jaiswal
Sharad Jaiswal

Posted On: Dec 22, 2020

 

In reinforced concrete construction, the slab is widely used in forming floors and roofs. A slab has a smaller depth in comparison to its span and width. A slab is supported by a masonry wall, column, or beam. The differences between one way and two-way slab are:

One-way slabTwo-way slab
In a one-way slab, support is given by a beam on two opposite sides of the slab.In this, support is given by beam to all the four sides of the slab.
For one-way slabs, the main reinforcement is provided along one direction onlyFor one-way slabs, the main reinforcement is provided along both directions.
The ratio of longer span to smaller span is greater than or equal to 2.The ratio of longer span to smaller span is less than 2.
In this, a slab can bend only in one direction i.e. along in a shorter span.In this, a slab can bend only in both directions.
Loads can be carried along one direction only.Loads can be carried along with both the directions.
Chajjas and verandahs are an example of One-way slabs.It can be seen in big companies where it is used to construct floors.

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