Explain Limit state of deflection.
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It refers to conditions other than the building strength that render the buildings unusable. Serviceability limit state design of structures includes factors such as durability, overall stability, fire resistance, deflection, cracking and excessive vibration.
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The total deflection due to all loads should not exceed span/250 for slabs, beams and other horizontal members. The deflection should not exceed span/350 or 20 mm whichever is less for these members, after the construction of partitions and finishes etc, in order to avoid damage to them.
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