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Record 1 1999-10-20

English

Subject field(s)
  • Slabs and Floor Surfacing (Building Elements)
  • Floors and Ceilings
DEF

A concrete floor slab with deep, square recesses in the soffit. The recesses lighten the slab by removing concrete which adds no strength. It spans in two directions and is suitable for large spans.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Dallages et chapes (Éléments du bâtiment)
  • Planchers et plafonds
Key term(s)
  • plancher en dalle nervurée

Spanish

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