Column Failure and It’s Types
Columns are used to transfer the load vertically to the horizontal beams. Generally column failure occurs due to compression failure and buckling.
Initial and Final Setting Time of Cement
In Initial setting time of cement the paste starts losing its plasticity, While in Final setting time of cement the paste completely loses its plasticity.
What is Hydration of Cement ?
The chemical reaction that takes place between cement and water is called as hydration of cement.This reacion of hydration of cement is exothermic in nature
Fly Ash : Properties, Uses & Disadvantages
Fly ash is considered as one of the important and advantageous waste material in construction industry. It is residue produced during the combustion of coal
Stress Strain Curve For Mild Steel
The stress strain curve for mild steel consists of strain along the x-axis and stress along the y-axis. Stress strain curve for mild steel consist 6 stages.
Workability of Concrete & Factors Affecting It
Workability of concrete is defined as the property of freshly mixed concrete which determines the ease and homogeneity with which it can be mixed placed, consolidated and finished.
Important Abbrevations Used in Civil Engineering
The most common abbreviation used in civil engineering are as following: A.A.S.H.T.O – American Association of state highway Transport Official. A.C.I – American Concrete Institute. A.R.E.A – American Railway Engineering Association. A.B – Anchor Bolt Or Asbestos Board. AC – Asphalt Concrete. A.S.C – Allowable Stress of concrete. A.S.T.M – American society for testing materials. … Read more
Dampness & Damp Proofing Materials
Dampness is the presence of moisture in the various parts of buildings such as a floor, wall, roof etc. Dampness in building leads to unpleasant conditions.
Different Grades of Cement
Grades of Cement denotes the average compressive strength of cement after 28 days of setting. Grades of cement available are grade 33, grade 43, grade 53.
What is Floor Space Index & How to Calculate it
FSI stands for ‘Floor Space Index’ also known as ‘Floor Area Ratio’. Floor Space Index means the ratio between the area of covered floor to area of plot.