Preloading is an economical and effective soil improvement method that can reduce settlement and increase the bearing capacity of soft soil. In other words, preloading accelerates settlement of the soil before the construction of the structure. Commonly, the combination of ...
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How to Select Soil Improvement Method Based on Soil Types?
The selection of soil improvement method is governed by several factors like soil type, equipment availability, cost, construction period, skills, and past experiences. Soil type is one of the critical factors that can influence the selection of one soil improvement ...
What are the Important Pile Integrity Test Methods?
Pile integrity test (PIT) is defined as a qualitative evaluation of the integrity of piles. As per ASTM D5882, pile integrity comprises the material’s physical dimension, continuity, and consistency. The physical dimension includes the length and the cross-section of the ...
Leaning Tower of Pisa: An Architectural Marvel or Engineering Failure?
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is a white marble bell tower standing beside the cathedral of the Italian city of Pisa, recognizable worldwide as an architectural landmark for its unintended tilt towards one side. The construction of the tower began ...
New Austrian Tunneling Method (NATM): Design and Operation
The New Austrian Tunneling Method (NATM), also known as the sequential excavation method, gained recognition during the tunneling operations in the Austrian Alps. The technique proved to be very useful in sophisticated and diversified geological conditions where forecasting of the ...
Tunnel Boring Machine: Working of the Tunnel Construction Giant
A tunnel boring machine (TBM), also known as mole, is employed for the construction of tunnels in hard or soft rock strata. The cutting process utilizes the rotation of the cutterhead (geared with disc cutters) and the blade pressure for ...
Taj Mahal: Construction of its Invincible Foundation
The Taj Mahal is a perfectly symmetrical monument representing the finest architectural and artistic achievements through excellent craftsmanship and perfect harmony in the design. Its foundation, in particular, was a herculean task to build as in those days clayey soil ...
Atal Rohtang Tunnel: Construction of the World’s Longest Highway Tunnel at 10,000 feet
Atal tunnel (Rohtang) is a roadway tunnel constructed at an altitude of 3060 m above mean sea level, making it the highest highway tunnel in the world. At 9.02 km length, it is also the longest bi-directional single-tube roadway tunnel ...