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Inverted-T cross-section

D.02Inverted-beam (grade-beam) foundation
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How this node works

In section the wide base flange spreads the load onto the soil and carries the bottom reinforcement, protected by a generous cover toward the ground; below, the blinding and the waterproofing isolate the cast from the soil and the water.

Key points

  • Beam web
  • Widened base flange
  • Cover toward the ground
  • Bottom longitudinal bars
  • Waterproofing
  • Blinding + soil

Conceptual, language-neutral drawing for study and orientation — not an execution drawing. Dimensions and verifications belong to the designer.

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