What is the minimum effective depth required for a simply supported beam with a 15-meter span to meet the allowable vertical deflection criteria?

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12 Jan 2019
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For a simply supported beam spanning 15 meters, the minimum effective depth to control vertical deflection within permissible limits is 750 mm. Depths less than this may result in excessive deflection, while greater depths provide better stiffness but are not the minimum required.

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