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Which is the code used for the design of the RCC Bridge?
Fasi Ur Rahman
Indian standard IRC:112-2011 is used for the design of the RCC Bridge.
Indian standard IRC:112-2011 is used for the design of the RCC Bridge.
See lessWhat is the tolerance for compression test results of concrete, according to the standards?
Fasi Ur Rahman
According to ACI 301-1.6.6 -“The strength of concrete is satisfactory provided that every average of three consecutive strength tests (sets) equals or exceeds the specified compressive strength and no strength test (set) falls below the design strength by more than 500 psi.
According to ACI 301-1.6.6 -“The strength of concrete is satisfactory provided that every average of three consecutive strength tests (sets) equals or exceeds the specified compressive strength and no strength test (set) falls below the design strength by more than 500 psi.
See lessWhat must be the maximum dry density of Granular Sub Base & Wet Mix Macadam used in Road Construction?
Fasi Ur Rahman
The maximum dry density of  Granular Sub Base used in Road Construction must be 2100 Kg/Cum. The maximum dry density of Wet Mix Macadam used in Road Construction must be 2230 Kg/Cum.
The maximum dry density of  Granular Sub Base used in Road Construction must be 2100 Kg/Cum.
The maximum dry density of Wet Mix Macadam used in Road Construction must be 2230 Kg/Cum.
What is the Safe Bearing Capacity values for Different Soils?
Fasi Ur Rahman
The capacity of the soil to allow the loads coming from the foundation is called the bearing capacity of the soil. It is essential to know the bearing capacity of the soil before designing the foundation. Different field tests can determine it. However, standard safe bearing capacity values are avaiRead more
The capacity of the soil to allow the loads coming from the foundation is called the bearing capacity of the soil.
It is essential to know the bearing capacity of the soil before designing the foundation. Different field tests can determine it. However, standard safe bearing capacity values are available for different soil types, and these values can be assumed where test data is limited or speedy construction is required.
What are the different types of handrails used in bridges?
Fasi Ur Rahman
A bridge’s railing depends on various factors such as location, material, and purpose. The railing adds safety for pedestrians, aesthetics, and a custom touch to bridge construction. The different types of handrails used in bridges are: Steel Bridge Railing W-Beam Railing Concrete Bridge RailRead more
A bridge’s railing depends on various factors such as location, material, and purpose. The railing adds safety for pedestrians, aesthetics, and a custom touch to bridge construction.
The different types of handrails used in bridges are:
Concrete Bridge Railing
What is the fineness range of cement?
Fasi Ur Rahman
As per Indian Standard, the cement particle more than 10% shall not retain on the sieve (90 µm). The detailed test to determine the fineness of cement is given in the article linked below- Fineness Modulus of Cement by Dry Sieving
As per Indian Standard, the cement particle more than 10% shall not retain on the sieve (90 µm).
The detailed test to determine the fineness of cement is given in the article linked below-
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Why English bond is stronger that Flemish bond?
Fasi Ur Rahman
English bond and Flemish bond are the two most common brick masonry patterns used in wall construction. A brick construction pattern with alternate courses of brick laid as stretchers and headers forms an English bond. A flemish bond is a brick construction pattern that consists of alternate stretchRead more
English bond and Flemish bond are the two most common brick masonry patterns used in wall construction.
A brick construction pattern with alternate courses of brick laid as stretchers and headers forms an English bond.
A flemish bond is a brick construction pattern that consists of alternate stretchers and headers for each course.
Detailed features of English and Flemish bonds along with their difference are explained in the article link given below-
English Bond and Flemish Bond – Features & Difference
See lessHow to conduct acid-resistant tests on bricks?
Fasi Ur Rahman
The tests conducted for acid-resistant bricks are: Water absorption Flexural strength Compressive strength Acid resistance To know more about acid-resistant brick and the detailed test procedure, read the article given below- Acid-Resistant Bricks: Properties, Types, Tests, and Advantages
The tests conducted for acid-resistant bricks are:
To know more about acid-resistant brick and the detailed test procedure, read the article given below-
See lessAcid-Resistant Bricks: Properties, Types, Tests, and Advantages
How to do a fineness test of fly ash using Le-Chatlier’s apparatus?
Fasi Ur Rahman
The fineness test of fly ash using Le-Chatlier’s apparatus is explained in the article below- Determination of Soundness of Cement by Le-Chatlier’s Principle
The fineness test of fly ash using Le-Chatlier’s apparatus is explained in the article below-
Determination of Soundness of Cement by Le-Chatlier’s Principle
See lessDescribe the design procedure of the industrial truss?
Fasi Ur Rahman
The following steps should be considered when designing a truss: Selection of type and layout of the structure. Determination of loads on the structure. Evaluate internal forces and moments in the structural components. Selection of material and proportioning of members and connections for safety anRead more
The following steps should be considered when designing a truss:
To know more about the design procedure of trusses, read the article given below-
See lessTrussed Beam- Design Principles and Erection Practices