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A wide array of reinforced concrete design examples
This construction article is based on various reinforced concrete design examples. You will be familiar with flexural analysis of beam.Given below, various examples and their solutions :-Make proper...
View ArticleHow to estimate cement bags in 1 cubic meter
Suppose the proportion of nominal mix is 1:2:4 (one part cement, 2 part sand and 4 part aggregate)Wastage of cement is taken as 2%Output of mix is provided as 67%.For 1 cum output, the requirement of...
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Benefits and uses of Light Weight Concrete
Usually, the traditional concrete is made of a heavy material containing density about 2400kg/m3 and strong thermal conductivity. If, the ordinary concrete is used for building up the structure, it can...
View ArticleDefinitions of trade and non-trade cement
This construction video tutorial sheds light on the following topics :-a. Definitions of trade and non-trade cementb. Variations among trade and non-trade cementc. The benefits of non-trade cement over...
View ArticleDifferent types of grades of concrete as per 456 : 2000 standard
This construction video tutorial from learning technology demonstrates the grades of concrete on the basis of IS 456 : 2000 standard. As per this standard the grades are categorized in three groups...
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Basic differences between Development length and Lap Length
Development length is treated as specific minimum length of the bar that is needed on either side of a point of maximum steel stress, so as to transmit the bar force to encompassing concrete through...
View ArticleGet some useful tips to conduct your leveling survey at home
While going to layout something for road, bridge, dam or pipe line, land surveying plays an important role. Surveying is done to find out the legal boundaries among the parcels of property, the...
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Various types of notations used in the construction of concrete culvert design
The following notations are used in the drawing of concrete culvert design.With notation, it is possible to make clear communication among various project stakeholders. Notation helps in avoiding...
View ArticleNew technology in earthquake engineering to resist collapsing of the structures
It is the big challenge for the structural engineers to develop earthquake resistance structures.An Earthquake resistant structure should have the capacity to resist abrupt ground shaking to reduce the...
View ArticleSome crucial factors a civil engineer should follow
This construction video tutorial sifts through some vital factors which should be abided by a civil engineer to apply them in the jobsite.The factors are discussed in below :-Compressive strength of...
View ArticleHow to start marking for foundation
This construction video provides detailed guidelines on foundation marking. In the video, the plan of building is given for living room and kitchen room. The center line marking is also provided with 6...
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Types and properties of bricks
Bricks is produced from well clay molding, that is dried and then burnt. The size of the brick varies from 90 mm × 90 mm × 90 mm and 190 mm × 90 mm × 40 mm. With mortar joints, the size of brick varies...
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How to select perfect scaffolding material towers in construction project
Prior to start any construction project, the most important task is to obtain clear ideas on various types of scaffolding material towers. Improper selection of scaffolding material towers may lead to...
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RCC Column Design – An exclusive mobile based app for civil and structural...
RCC Column Design is an exclusive app for civil and structural engineers. This app is available in google play store. It can only work in windows platform.The app is very user-friendly. There are...
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Some vital methods for concrete curing
METHODS OF CURING :- Based on the type of construction work, the curing of concrete is done with the use of the following processes :-1) COVERING: Under this method, wet gunny bags or hessian are...
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Definition, causes and remedies of efflorescence in masonry & other building...
Efflorescence stands for a fine, white or greyish, powdery deposit of water-soluble salts that is present on brick, concrete, stone, stucco or other building surfaces when the water vaporizes. Besides,...
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Some useful tips for reinforcement detailing
Given below, some useful tips for reinforcement detailing :-Create drawings perfectly. Try to mark every bar and demonstrate its shape for transparency.Cross section of retaining wall that falls...
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Maturity Index is the latest method to find out concrete maturity & in-place...
The Maturity Index offers a simple process to estimate the in-place strength of concrete throughout curing. It is developed on the basis of the principle that the strength is can be obtained depending...
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Fast Form Bracket System offers complete slab wall & sheet pile capping...
Fast-Form provides complete solution for different types of pile cap, slab, base, beam, wall and sheet pile capping beam formwork whether they come in straight or radius, single or double sided.This...
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Details of chain surveying - Benefits and Drawbacks
Chain surveying is the sort of surveying in which only linear measurements are selected in the jobsite.This type of surveying is undertaken for surveys of small span to specify the boundaries of plot...
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