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Why RC Structural Slabs and Beams are provided in plinth level

Given below, the detailed information on the importance of arranging RC structural slabs and beams at plinth level (GF-Finished Floor Level).Wherever low/poor bearing capacity soils met with, the...

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Post-tensioning and its phases

The ducts for the tendons (or strands) are arranged together with the reinforcement prior to the casting of concrete in post-tensioning systems.The tendons are arranged in the ducts as soon as the...

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More about design drawings and model planning

Planning: Building plans can be somehow difficult to get as the planning for every kind of building is not same and they upgrades and changes every day.Plans are like a set of drawings or...

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An exclusive course on structural analysis for civil engineering students

This is an exclusive structural analysis course that sheds light on an extensive series of materials which will be a great resource for civil engineering students. To get clear ideas on the topics...

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Common causes of downfalls of Dam Structures

A dam is a block across flowing water that opposes, directs or slows down the flow, often creating a store, lake or captivities. Most dams have a section named a spillway or weir over or through which...

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Construction Project Scheduling

It is generally a mechanism for communicating about the tasks has to do and the organizational resources that will be assigned to complete all those tasks in the given time.In simple words, a project...

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Some handy tips to find out the compressive strength of mortar

It is advisable to apply 2 inch or 50mm cubes as stated by ASTM C109 / C109M – Standard Test Method for Compressive Strength of Hydraulic Cement Mortars to define the compressive strength of...

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The Basic Requirements of Formwork

Formwork is a concrete construction that is used as either short or permanent molds into which fresh concrete or similar kind of materials are gushed to make it harden. The different types of concrete...

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Structural Design – Minimum Standard

Thumb rules for Structural Design of RCC Structures: It is advisable to use superior structural design software like ETabs or Staad Pro for making the design of structures. There exist different types...

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What are the exact room sizes, basic needs and vastu position of any Indian...

To sustain a convenient and healthful life, the room space in the house should be used in an efficient manner. So, you should have sufficient knowledge on lowest room size, basic needs and exact...

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How to calculate volume and area of various complicated geometric shapes

In this construction video tutorial, you will be familiar with various formulas which are essential to measure the area and volume of various complicated geometric shapes.These complicated shapes range...

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Estimating Integration

How estimation done: Costs are generally estimated with the help of some methods that are found in Time Management idea such as one-point estimating, analogous estimating, parametric estimating and...

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7 Prime liabilities of a Civil Site Engineer in a Building Construction Project

A site civil engineer takes lots of responsibilities as per the company’s rules and structure of the project management team. Given below, the complete liabilities of a civil site engineer :-1....

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A position is vacant for Senior Project Manager and Project Manager in...

A position is vacant for senior project manager in Melbourne, Australia. The prospective candidate has to report to the deputy general manager (construction) as well as supervise assistant project...

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Some significant benefits of drone in surveying work

Now-a-days drones become very popular in surveying works. Drones allow you to conduct a survey of your property easily for drawing up exact legal property lines. With drones, it becomes easier to...

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How to choose perfect brand of cement for house construction

The cement is considered as one of the most vital materials in building construction. It enhances the stability of any construction. So, the proper should be taken regarding the selection of cement as...

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Variation among Lap Length and Development Length (Anchorage)

The reinforcement bars are mainly arranged to transmit the load from member to member i.e. either to another rebar or to concrete.To transmit the load from one member to another securely &...

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Vital factors to impact the design and construction of embankment dams

Numerous factors provide significant effect on the construction and design of embankment dam. Through the design phase, the designer should consider these factors to make the design better.Given below,...

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Estimating Integration

How estimation done: Costs are generally estimated with the help of some methods that are found in Time Management idea such as one-point estimating, analogous estimating, parametric estimating and...

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Different types of beam section in RCC structures

In this construction video tutorial, you will gather information on different types of beam section in RCC structures. Usually, there are three types of beam sections which range from balanced beam...

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