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Procedure for Excavation in Rocks
Many times excavation in rocks are required for foundation of structure. The procedure for excavation in rocks is different than excavation in ordinary soils. It requires skilled manpower and specialized tools and equipments for excavating the rocky ground. Procedure for ...
LONG TERM SHRINKAGE CRACKING OF CONCRETE
Long Term Shrinkage Cracking of Concrete: Shrinkage is the inherent property of cement paste, which in pure form may shrink up to 1%. Aggregate provides internal restraint that reduces the magnitude of this volume change to about 0.06%. Shrinkage also ...
Transparent Concrete or Light Transmitting Concrete
Transparent concrete also called as translucent concrete or light transmitting concrete is achieved by replacing aggregates with transparent alternate materials.
Soil Stabilization with Lime and Fly Ash
Soil stabilization means the improvement of the stability of bearing power of the soil by the use of controlled compaction, proportioning under the addition of suitable admixtures or stabilizers.
FORECASTING CONSTRUCTION DURATION
Forecasting construction duration in a project can be achieved by many means and depends on the stage of construction planning. Forecasting construction duration informs the project owner to allow the contractor to complete the work within given time. On the ...
Techniques to Restore Original Strength of Structures
Structures are design for some intended use. When it gets damaged, it is essential to restore original strength of structures to serve its intended purpose.
Permanent Formwork Method for Beam Construction
Permanent formwork construction method is used to: Speed construction, especially of downstand beams Provide high-quality finishes Promote low tolerances The units can act solely as permanent formwork, i.e. they may be designed for construction loads only without contributing to the ...
Unit Cost Method of Estimation in Construction Projects
Unit cost method of estimation in construction projects starts with dividing a project into various components or elements for the purpose of cost estimation. The cost of each of the project’s components or elements are assessed and their cost estimation is ...
Environmental Considerations in Site Investigation
Site investigation is carried out before the start of a new construction projects. Environmental considerations in site investigation is of much importance to investigate the site suitability for the given project. This investigation refers to the local conditions and resources ...