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 Construct a Concrete Building: A Step-by-Step Guide
The construction of concrete buildings is different from one structure to another based on the size, complexity, function, and materials of the building. Additionally, soil types, environmental conditions, availability of local skilled labor and construction equipment, and construction material availability ...
How to Make Construction Entrances/Exits?
Construction entrances and exits are temporary stone-stabilized areas located at the points of ingress and egress of the vehicles. The purpose of construction entrances/exits is to provide a stable pathway to keep the mud and sediment off the public roads. ...
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 ...
Architectural Dictionary – 108 Words Used by Architects
The following are the words commonly used by Architects in their works and drawings. Understanding of these words is essential for construction professionals. Architecture Dictionary ABATEMENT The wastage of wood when lumber is sawed or planed to size. ABUTMENT A ...
How to Reduce the Possibility of Crack Development in Concrete?
The possibility of crack development in different structural concrete elements can be reduced by adopting various design and construction measures. These methods can help reduce or eliminate the causes responsible for the formation of cracks. Common types of cracks in ...
Construction Quality Tools for a Site Engineer
Further to my article “Safety – a very first tool of a Construction Engineer,” I want to talk about Quality as another priority a construction engineer owns on a project site. It gives immense pleasure in constructing something of a ...
Construction Safety – The First Tool for a Site Engineer
Construction Engineer’s main job is to supervise the construction operations. To manage the job, he or she would require an understanding of the main tools that a Construction Engineer needs to possess. An organized construction company provides adequate training towards ...