Modulus of elasticity of concrete is the ratio of normal stress to the corresponding strain for tensile or compressive stresses below the proportional limit of concrete, ACI 318-14. The value of elastic modulus of concrete can be obtained using formulas ...
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Experimental Verification of Bernoulli’s Theorem
The procedure of Laboratory experiment to verify Bernoulli’s theorem, required apparatus and calculations to be done are explained in this article. Bernoulli’s theorem states – For a continuous, steady and frictionless flow the total head (which is the sum of ...
Compaction vs. Consolidation of Soils
Both Compaction and consolidation are responsible to cause a reduction in the volume of soil which is due to the compressibility characteristics of the soil. The differences between these two are tabulated below. Differences between Compaction and Consolidation of Soil ...
Bond Beam Block vs. Lintel Block Differences
Bond beam blocks and lintel blocks are concrete units which are used especially for masonry purposes. The differences between both bond beam block and lintel block in terms of their usage, shape, functions etc. are explained in this article. Lintel ...
How to Build an Indoor Fireplace?
An indoor structure built using bricks, stone and metal designed to hold or contain fire in it is known as Fireplace. The main purpose of constructing a fireplace is to keep a house warm and create a relaxing ambience. In ...
Our Top 10 Most Read Articles of 2018
Here is a list of our top 10 articles of the year : 1. Concrete Mix Design Calculation – M20, M25, M30 – Procedure & Example Concrete mix design is the process of finding right proportions of cement, sand and ...
Parapet Walls – Types and Uses
A parapet wall is a low or dwarf wall built along the edge of the roof, terrace, walkway, balcony etc. Parapet walls can be constructed using different materials like reinforced cement concrete, steel, aluminium, glass etc. Different types of parapet ...
Bond Beam Block-Dimensions, Specifications, and Applications
Bond beam blocks are concrete masonry units which are manufactured with reduced webs (Fig. 1) or with knock-out webs (Fig. 2); the knock-out webs are removed prior to the placement of the unit in the bond beam. The purpose of ...