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6 Major Causes of Concrete Damage

Concrete has excellent durability; that is why it is the most widely used construction material. However, design and construction practices, material limitations, and exposure to severe weather ...
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Loads and Forces Acting on Retaining Wall and Their Calculations [PDF]

Various types of loads and forces act on a retaining wall, and their calculation is essential for its design. These forces on the retaining wall depends on multiple factors which are discussed. Loads ...
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What is Steel Reinforcement? Types and Properties of Steel Rebars

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Penetration Value of Bitumen -Determination for Road Construction

A flat-bottomed cylindrical metallic dish, typically 55 mm in diameter and 35 mm in depth. For penetration values exceeding 225, a larger dish of 70 mm diameter and 45 mm depth is necessary.
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Foundation Selection Criteria for Buildings

Selection criteria for foundation for buildings depend on two factors, i.e. factors related to ground (soil) conditions and factors related to loads from the structure. The performance of foundation ...
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Construction Project Life Cycle – Phases in Life Cycle of a Construction Project

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Septic Tank – Components and Design of Septic Tank Based on Number of Persons

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Structural Glass Skeletons: Redefining Transparency and Strength in Architecture

Structural glass skeletons represent a groundbreaking advancement in architectural engineering, transforming glass from a purely aesthetic feature into a primary load-bearing material. These systems ...
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Types of Floors Systems for Multi-Storey Steel Structure Construction

What are the common types of floors systems used in the construction of multi storey steel structure? Types of floor system used in the construction of multi storey steel structures with span ranges, ...
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6 Types of Deep Foundations used in Construction and Their Uses

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Honeycombs in Concrete – Their Causes and Remedies

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Concrete Frame Construction – Types and Major Components

Concrete frame construction is a construction method which comprises a network of columns and beams to transfer the loads coming onto the structure to the foundation successfully. Wholistically, it ...