The minimum and maximum spacing reinforcement in concrete structural members such as beams and slabs are required as per standard codes. The minimum reinforcement spacing is based on maximum size of aggregates, so that concrete can be placed and compacted ...
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Types of Cracks in Concrete due to Moisture Change
Types of cracks in concrete due to moisture change is initial shrinkage cracks, plastic shrinkage, plastic settlement and initial expansion of concrete. These types of cracks occurs due to moisture change in concrete which are discussed in detail. Building materials ...
Repair of Yielded and Buckled Reinforcement in Concrete
Excessive yielding and buckling of reinforcement occurs in severely damaged concrete structural members. Repair of these rebars in concrete is discussed.
Methods of Reinforcement Quantity Estimation in Concrete Structure
Estimation of steel reinforcement quantity is required for calculating cost of RCC structure along with other building materials as per construction drawing.
Methods of Preventing Dampness in Buildings – Sources and Causes
Dampness in building may occur due to bad design, faulty construction and use of poor quality of materials. Dampness not only affects the life of the building but also creates unhygienic conditions of the important items of work in the ...
What are the Factors Affecting the Choice of Concrete Mix Design?
What is concrete mix design? Concrete mix design is defined as the appropriate selection and proportioning of constituents to produce a concrete with pre-defined characteristics in the fresh and hardened states. Moreover, concrete mixes are designed in order to achieve ...
Rate Analysis of Plastering with Cement Mortar -Material Quantity Calculation
Rate analysis of plastering with cement mortar requires the quantity estimation of materials cement mortar, i.e. quantity of cement, sand and water for various grades of mortar required. Grades of mortar used for plastering is generally same grade as used ...
Rate Analysis of Excavation in Earthwork -Calculate Cost of Excavation
Rate analysis of excavation in earthwork is the measure of quantity of excavation to be carried out, the cost of equipment, machineries and labors required for the same.