Settlement of foundation, differential settlement of foundation and uniform settlement of foundation occurs due to types of soil under the foundation.
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4 Types of Cracks in Concrete Columns and their Causes: Video Included
Four types of cracks developed in reinforced concrete column are diagonal cracks, horizontal cracks, splitting cracks, corrosion cracks. The causes of cracks in columns can be incorrect design, faulty construction or overloading, corrosion of reinforcement, isolated settlement of foundations, creep ...
Different Types of Concrete Curing Compounds, their Properties and Uses
Concrete curing compound prevents moisture content loss from concrete and enables proper curing of concrete which results in full development of strength.
Marshall Stability Test – Flow Test on Bitumen
Mississippi State Highway Department formulated Marshall stability test – flow test on bitumen and is applicable to hot mix design of bitumen and aggregates of maximum size 2.5 cm. Bituminous concrete mix is commonly designed by Marshall Method. This test is ...
Canal Falls – Their Types and Importance
What is Canal Fall? Canal fall is a solid masonry structure which is constructed on the canal if the natural ground slope is steeper than the designed channel bed slope. If the difference in slope is smaller, a single fall ...
Bulking of Sand – Cause, Tests and Importance
Bulking of fine aggregate or sand is the phenomenon of increase in sand volume due to the increase of moisture content. Bulking test on fine aggregates has to be performed before using it in construction. This article describes the procedure ...
Determination of In-situ Soil Dry Density by Sand Replacement Method
The sand replacement test method is used to determine in situ dry density of soil. The procedures, materials, equipment, and specifications of this test is based on the Indian Standard (IS 2720 part 28). This test is of significant importance ...
Types of Soil Excavation Tools and Machines in Construction
There are different types of soil excavation tools and machines used in construction. Excavation of soil is necessary in construction point of view and it should be done by hand tools or machineries based on the area of the land ...
Types of Drawings Prepared by Structural Engineers
Types of Drawings prepared by Structural Engineers There are four different types of drawing: Structural Drawings Reinforcement Drawings Standard Details Record Drawings 1. Structural Drawings Structural Drawings are used to progress the Architect’s concept by specifying the shape and position ...
Analysis Methods for Buildings Frames
Elastic analysis deals with the study of strength and behavior of the members and structure at working loads. Frames can be analyzed by various methods. However, the method of analysis adopted depends upon the types of frame, its configuration (portal ...