Types of floor system used in the construction of multi storey steel structures with span ranges, advantages and criteria considered while floor system is specified for a given structure are discussed
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What are the Types of Structural Steel Framing Systems?
Different types of structural steel framing systems for buildings such as skeleton, wall bearing and long span framing systems and their applications and configurations are discussed.
How to Decide Thickness of Different Masonry Walls in Buildings?
Thickness of masonry walls in a building is designed based on loads and other factors. Various requirements for suitable thickness of masonry walls are discussed.
Economical Design of Reinforced Concrete Columns to Reduce Cost
Economical design of reinforced concrete columns and its construction practices and recommendations to reduce its cost of construction is discussed.
Roles and Responsibilities of Structural Design Engineers in Construction
Structural design engineer performs various roles and responsibilities in a construction project providing technical details for construction works at site.
Earthen Wall Construction Methods and Material Tests
Different methods of earthen wall construction, its categories, material properties and tests, earthen construction for seismic prone areas are discussed.
Types of Earthquake Resistant Masonry Walls Construction
There are various types of masonry wall which may be suitable to construct in areas prone to earthquakes. Types of these seismic resistant masonry wall are discussed.
Soil-Structure Interaction -Effects, Analysis and Applications in Design
Soil-structure interaction is a study of response of soil and structure during earthquake. Its effects, analysis and applications in structural design is discussed.