Concept: The ratio of limiting depth of neutral axis to the effective depth of the beam is given by
Note: We know the standard values of the ratio of limiting depth of neutral axis to the effective depth (k) of the beam for different steel sections as following: = k × d
Grade of Steel
Fe 500
Fe 415
Fe 250
‘k’ value
0.46
0.48
0.53
∴ For Fe415 grade limiting value of depth of neutral axis is 0.48 × d