The bearing capacity of soil is defined as the capacity of the soil to bear the loads from the foundation. Safe bearing capacity is used for foundations.
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Size and Quantity of Reinforcement for Building Works
Different sizes of reinforcement is required for different concrete members. Quantity of reinforcement per cubic meter of concrete and its suitable size is discussed.
Reinforcement Detailing of Isolated Footing
Reinforcement detailing of footing is as much important as site investigation for the structural design of footing. A good detailing reflects the design requirement of the footing for structural stability. A good detailing of reinforcement covers topics like cover to ...
Rate Analysis of Plastering with Cement Mortar -Material Quantity Calculation
Rate analysis of plastering with cement mortar requires the quantity estimation of materials cement mortar, i.e. quantity of cement, sand and water for various grades of mortar required. Grades of mortar used for plastering is generally same grade as used ...
Components of a Hydropower Plant and their Functions
Hydropower plant uses hydraulic energy of water to produce electricity. Various components of hydroelectric power plants and their functions are discussed.
Types of Concrete Beams and their Reinforcement Details
Reinforced concrete beams are structural members that support the transverse load which usually rest on supports at its end. Girder is a type of beam that supports one or more smaller beam. Types of Concrete Beams Beams are classified as ...
Roles and Responsibilities of a Civil Site Engineer
Roles and responsibilities of a civil site engineer depends on the nature of construction works in a project. Civil site engineers performs various roles in construction such as quality control and reporting.
Civil Engineering Subjects -Details and Importance for Civil Engineers
Various subjects in civil engineering courses for different semesters with details and importance of these subjects for civil engineers are presented.
Proctor Soil Compaction Test – Procedures, Tools and Results
Compaction test of soil is also known as Proctor’s test is done to understand compaction characteristics of different soils with change in moisture content.
40+ Construction Tools List with Images for Building Construction
Construction tools list for building construction works such as concrete, brick masonry, leveling, wood works, floor works, slab works, brick laying, plastering etc. is provided.