India is all set to begin the construction of its greenest airport on the outskirts of Greater Noida in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The Delhi Noida International Airport (DNIA) terminal will aim to achieve a LEED Gold standard certification ...
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Construction Technologies for Erection of Balanced Cantilever Bridge
A balanced cantilever bridge is mostly constructed for cast-in-place and precast segmental bridges. While cast-in-place segmental bridges are constructed for shorter bridges with longer spans, precast segmental bridges are constructed for large-scale bridges with a shorter span (50-120 m). There ...
Exposure Conditions Affecting the Durability of Concrete
Different exposure conditions are established based on the degree of severity of the environmental conditions of the area in which the structure is located. Various codes such as Indian Standard, American Concrete Institute, and European Standard have set similar exposure ...
Sway and Non-sway Frames: What is the Difference Between the Two?
A frame is considered to be non-sway (braced) if it is sufficiently braced by lateral bracing elements like structural walls. On the other hand, frames that provide lateral resistance only through columns are considered to be sway frames (unbraced). ACI ...
How to Calculate Deductions for Plastering and Painting Works as per IS Code?
The calculation of deductions in plastering and painting works measurement has always been a challenge for site engineers. In this article, we discuss how to calculate the deductions in plastering and painting works as per IS Code. General Measurement of ...
How to Design Axially Loaded RC Short Column as per ACI 318-19? Example Included
The design of an axially loaded reinforced concrete (RC) short column is quite simple and straightforward. It is governed by the strength of materials and the cross-section of the member. If vertical axial loads act on the center of gravity ...
What is Slenderness Ratio of RC Column and How to Calculate it?
The slenderness ratio of a reinforced concrete (RC) column is the ratio between the length of the column, its lateral dimensions, and end fixity. It assesses the ability of the reinforced concrete column to resist buckling pressure. The slenderness ratio ...
7 Major Stages in Water Treatment Plant
Water treatment is the process of removing all those substances, whether biological, chemical, or physical, that are potentially harmful to the water supply for human and domestic use. This treatment helps to produce water that is safe, palatable, clear, colorless, and ...
Cell filled Concrete Pavement – Components, Procedure, and Advantages
Cell-filled concrete pavement is the technology developed by IIT Kharagpur, which has proved to be a very promising solution for overloaded vehicles, inadequate drainage facilities, and waterlogging problems. Cell-filled concrete pavement consists of formwork of plastic cells over the compacted ...
Voyager Station: Design Features of the World’s First Space Hotel
The Voyager Station will be the first commercial space station with a one-of-its-sort lavish hotel that can accommodate 400 individuals and offers exceptional scenes of our planet for travelers and scientists. Now, an excursion to the space won’t be limited ...