Definition of Civil Engineering on www.civilengineer.co.in
Civil Engineering Civil Engineering is a branch of engineering that embraces expert practices which work towards creating, maintaining and operating the social, commercial, and…
3-D printing tested as way to build moon station
There are many building materials on Earth, but the moon offers only fine-grained lunar soil. However, that might be perfect for a 3-D printing process…
Mechanism of Shrinkage Reducing Concrete Admixtures
Mechanism of Shrinkage Reducing Concrete Admixtures: The mechanism by which shrinkage reducing admixtures operate is unique. When excess water begins to evaporate from the concrete’s…
Largest concrete tunnel ring made for Seattle’s Alaskan Way Viaduct
The world’s largest concrete tunnel segment ring has been assembled by CBE Group. Nearly 56 feet in diameter, the ring is made from 10 segments…
Requirements of Machine Foundation
From the practical point of view, the following requirements should be fulfilled. 1. The groundwater table should be as low as possible and groundwater level…
How do Brick Masonry Houses Behave during Earthquakes?
Behaviour of Brick Masonry Walls Masonry buildings are brittle structures and one of the most vulnerable of the entire building stock under strong earthquake…
Importance of Seismic Design Codes
Learning Earthquake Design and Construction 11. What are the Indian Seismic Codes? Ground vibrations during earthquakes cause forces and deformations in structures. Structures need to…
SEISMIC PERFORMANCE AND VULNERABILITY OF INDIAN CODEDESIGNED RC FRAME BUILDINGS
SEISMIC PERFORMANCE AND VULNERABILITY OF INDIAN CODE DESIGNED RC FRAME BUILDINGS ISET Journal of Earthquake Technology, Paper No. 502, Vol. 46, No. 1, March 2009,…
5 materials that can make roofs eco-friendly
Various roofing materials can make roofs environmentally friendly and energy-efficient, writes Cris Carl. For instance, metal and clay shingles are durable and recyclable, and reflective…
Sneak peek: World of Concrete 2013 offerings
World of Concrete will be in Las Vegas from Feb. 4-8, 2013, and will feature new technologies as well as training sessions. This piece gives…