Groundwater causes extreme problems in excavations such as sand running for most of construction projects. Methods of groundwater control in excavation is discussed.
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Seismic Retrofitting of Bridge Abutments -Methods and Details
Two types of abutments used in bridge construction, monolithic and seat type. Methods and details of seismic retrofitting of bridge abutments are discussed.
Methods of Bridge Column Casing -Properties, Details and Uses
Purpose of providing bridge column casing is to improve its ductility, shear and flexural capacity. Methods of column casing, details and uses are discussed.
How to Protect Foundation Structures from Soils and Groundwater Attacks?
Foundation structures are subjected to different types of attacks from underground water and soils and hence necessary protection measures are required.
Understanding the lines Used in Architectural Drawings
The structure that is planned to be built is described by using lines, symbols and notes in architectural drawings.
Visual Inspection of Underwater RCC Structures -Tools and Limitations
Visual inspection is the most widely used method for inspection of underwater reinforced concrete structures. This technique is economical, and it neither time consuming nor needs expensive and large number of equipments. Not only does visual inspection utilize to specify ...
Issues in Instruments Selection for Structural Performance Evaluation Tests
Specific instruments are required for structural performance evaluation. Issues while selection of instruments for these structural evaluation is discussed.
Design of FRP Axial Strengthening of RCC Columns -ACI 440.2R-08
FRP axial strengthening systems are used to improve or enhance the capacity of reinforced concrete columns. It can be used for both circular and rectangular shaped columns but it is more effective in the former shape. In this article the ...