1. 1- Research Background Deep Beam receive a single load Bridge Bent Cap
1.1. Function of Deep Beams: Deep beams are structural elements having a depth comparable to the span length, and are used as load distribution elements such as transfer girders in high rise buildings, bent caps in bridge, pile caps in foundations.
Deep Beam receive a single load
Bridge Bent Cap

2. 1.2. Code Definitions for Deep Beams:
Egyptian Code (ECCS) defines the deep beam as:
Le/d < 1.25 for Single Span
American Code (ACI) defines the deep beam as:
Le/h < 4 for Single Span
CIRIA Guide of the U.K defines the deep beam as:
Le/h < 2 for Single Span