Why should we provide structural members with end supports?
End supports, also known as end restraints, are provided for structural members to ensure that the member can transfer loads ...
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What are the alternatives for using columns as structural supports for a house?
Replacements for columns While columns are a common and important structural support for most house constructions, there are some alternatives ...
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What are the different shapes of reinforcements used for concreting?
Reinforcements, also known as rebar, are used in concrete construction to provide additional strength and support to the structure. The ...
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What are the Basic Soil Tests?
There are some basic soil tests that can be used to investigate the approximate engineering behavior of soils. The most ...
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HOW IS CEMENT MANUFACTURED?
Before delving into “how is cement manufactured?” it’s critical to understand the fundamentals. First, let’s learn about what cement is, ...
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What is Wind and Earthquake analysis of structures?
Wind and earthquake analysis of structures is the process of determining the structural response of a building or other structure ...
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What are the different types of steel used in reinforcements?
Let’s learn about the different types of steel used in reinforcements. The most common types of steel used in reinforcement ...
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What’s the difference between LCA, LCI, LCIA, and LCC?
Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) LCA is a multi-step process for calculating a product’s or service’s lifetime environmental impact. LCA encompasses ...
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CONCRETING
This article describes the work sequence that a site engineer should follow during concrete placement/concreting. Work Sequence Flow chart for ...
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The Fundamentals of Rebar Work
The reinforcement must be prefabricated with stirrups in place for easier on-site assembly. Reinforcing bars must be produced in accordance ...
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