Tag: Construction
Design Principle and Methods of Construction of Masonry Structure
Masonry structures have been and continue to be designed based on the allowable stress design method (also called service load method or working stress design)….
Vacuum Concreting : Advantages-Techniques with Equipments
VACUUM CONCRETE: TECHNIQUES, EQUIPMENTS & ADVANTAGES Water-cement ratio is detrimental for concrete. We always try to restrict the water-cement ratio in order to achieve higher…
Excavation Hazards : Types, Effects and Preventive Measures
EXCAVATION HAZARDS- THEIR EFFECTS AND PREVENTION Different types of hazards are associated with excavation of soil. These hazards should be identified and preventive measures should…
Low Cost Housing : Earthen Construction – Benfits and Limitations
EARTHEN CONSTRUCTION – ALTERNATE LOW COST HOUSING Earth is the oldest building material. It use is as widespread as humanity as well. Nearly half the…