The Louvre glass pyramid in Paris is an intricate fusion of traditional and modern architecture. It stands at the core of the Cour Napoleon courtyard of the Louvre Museum. Just beneath the pyramid is the lobby that connects the museum’s ...
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Understanding the Transfer of Loads from Slab to Beams
The transfer of loads from a slab to beams is controlled by the slab’s geometrical dimension and the direction of reinforcements. The load of the slab, including self-weight, live load, and imposed dead load, are distributed over the beams on ...
What are Load Factors and Strength Reduction Factors in Concrete Strength Design Method?
In the strength design method, the safety of concrete structures is ensured by using load factors and strength reduction factors. The load factors are used to increase the amount of applied load on a structure to account for possible load ...
What is Parametric Modeling?
Parametric modeling (or parametric design) is the creation of a digital model based on a series of computer-generated rules or algorithms, known as parameters. This process is a quantum leap in the world of architecture as it can help resolve ...
What are the Basic Design Features of Tall Structures?
A tall framework is a structural system designed to resist lateral forces due to wind or earthquakes, considering the criteria for strength, drift, and the convenience of the occupants. Tall frameworks are not novel to any territory in the world ...
Tunneling Failures – Causes and Remedies [PDF]
Tunneling is one of the most intricate and expensive projects in engineering and construction. With increasing demands and the emphasis on reducing the travel time between any two places becoming a priority, the risks and challenges involved in the construction ...
How to Construct Overhead Masonry Water Tank? [PDF]
The terrace water storage tank is generally constructed using brick masonry, which is placed on an elevated platform to provide a reserve supply of water for daily house activities. The construction of a water storage tank with the use of brick ...
Earthquake-Resistant Confined Masonry – Components, Difference, and Advantages
Confined masonry construction is a combination of two masonry, which consists of masonry walls (clay brick or concrete block units) and horizontal and vertical RC confining members built on all four sides of a masonry wall panel. Vertical members such ...