Plaster is a thin layer of mortar applied over the masonry surface and it acts as a damp-proof coat over the brick masonry work. Plastering also provides a finished surface over the masonry that is firm and smooth hence it ...
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Types of Cracks in Concrete Beams and their Causes
Several types of cracks occur in concrete beams due to shear stress called as shear crack, reinforcement corrosion, insufficient rebar cover, bending stress and compression failure.
How to Prevent Cracks in Concrete? Causes & Repairs of Cracks in Concrete
Why Concrete Cracks? Generally, it is assumed that cracks are due to some problems in the foundation, whereas it is not always correct and should not be considered failure of structure or improper design or bad quality work. Generally, 1/16 ...
Basic Terms and Definitions in Soil Engineering
Terms and Definitions in Soil Engineering Various definitions of terms used in Geotechnical Soil Engineering are presented. Volumetric Relationships of Soil 1. Void Ratio Void ratio is the volume of voids to the volume of solids. It is denoted by ...
Roles and Responsibilities of a Consulting Civil Engineer
A consulting civil engineer is an independent, professional engineer who performs well-detailed engineering services for clients on agreed sum of money.
Core Sampling and Testing of Concrete and Factors Affecting Strength
Concrete cores are used for testing of actual properties of concrete in existing structures such as strength, permeability, chemical analysis, carbonation etc. Sampling of concrete cores and testing its strength is described. While Rebound Hammer, CAPO/Pullout, Windsor probe and ultrasonic ...
Types of Building Repair and Maintenance Services
Building repairs and maintenance services mainly includes works undertaken for maintaining proper condition of buildings, its services and works in ordinary use. The use for which buildings are designed is the main factor in determining the required standard of maintenance. ...
What is Pad Foundation? Design Principles,Types and Selection
What is Pad Foundation? The pad foundations are shallow foundation that take and spread point loads to the soil safely. The pad foundation are preferred if the soil at the site have sufficient strength and is not too deep to ...
What is a Plinth Beam? Its purpose, Applications and Construction: Explained With Video
What is a Plinth Beam and its Purpose in a Building? Plinth beam is a reinforced concrete beam constructed between the wall and its foundation. Plinth beam is provided to prevent the extension or propagation of cracks from the foundation ...
Shear Strength of Soil by Vane Shear Test
Vane shear test is used to determine the undrained shear strength of soils especially soft clays. This test can be done in laboratory or in the field directly on the ground. Vane shear test gives accurate results for soils of ...