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Max Service

  • This is intended for service load combinations where ψ = 1.0.
  • Tendons are considered as an external load (and the balance loading is assumed to be included in the load factors).
  • The reinforcement type (as defined in the design section or design strip segment) is considered (PT or RC).
  • The check applies to RC Beams when "Without Direct Calculation (Tables)" is selected for the CS Crack Control Design Type property for the design strip or design section.
  • Sections with unbonded prestressing are designed as RC sections per Note 1 in clause 8.6.1.
  • The stress levels in the structure are determined by the moment envelope for the rule set (reinforcement may be required on both faces).
  • Code Rules are applied as shown in the following table
    Table 1. Maximum service rule mapping

    Design System

    RC PT
    Beam 8.6.2.2 (portions) (none)

    One-Way Slab

    (none) (none)
    Two-Way Slab (none) (none)