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Explain the construction of IPS flooring?
Komal Bhandakkar
Indian Patent stone type of flooring(IPS flooring): Introduction: IPS flooring is used for all types of floors Generally, used mix proportion of IPS flooring is 1:1.5: 3 (cement: sand: stone aggregate) Normally used thickness is 50 mm Construction of IPS flooring includes the following important paRead more
Indian Patent stone type of flooring(IPS flooring):
Introduction:
Construction of IPS flooring includes the following important parameters:
Construction procedure for 50 mm thick IPS flooring:
when to reject ready mixed concrete on-site according to its strengths?
Komal Bhandakkar
Tests of RMC on site: Introduction: Tests of ready mix concrete onsite is really very important parameter to know the good type of concrete. RMC is tested on-site as per standards decided by ASTM international. The various test is conducted on-site to check whether the given RMC is in good qualityRead more
Tests of RMC on site:
Introduction:
Following are some important tests conducted on RMC on site:
Laboratory test:
What are the functions of Arches and Lintels?
Komal Bhandakkar
Arches and lintels: Let's discuss firstly, the definition of arch and lintel. 1) Definition: Arch: Arch is one of the structure that consists of a curved top on two supports that holds the weight of something above it. ( construction materials are wood, stone, steel, brick and concrete) Lintel: lintRead more
Arches and lintels:
Let’s discuss firstly, the definition of arch and lintel.
1) Definition:
Now coming toward the function of above both terms.
2) Function:
A) Arch :
B) lintel :
3) Merits of Arch over lintel :
What is Reinforced Brick Masonry?
Komal Bhandakkar
Reinforced brick masonry (R.B. Masonry) : Definition: Composite structural material that consists of load-bearing brickwork masonry with reinforcement. Important parameter regarding reinforced brick masonry: A suitable length of metal (usually it is steel) is inserted in brickwork for proper bond foRead more
Reinforced brick masonry
(R.B. Masonry) :
Definition:
Composite structural material that consists of load-bearing brickwork masonry with reinforcement.
Important parameter regarding reinforced brick masonry:
Construction materials needed :
Applications of reinforced brick masonry :
Advantages of reinforced brick masonry over conventional brick masonry :
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What are the Defects in the Painting?
Komal Bhandakkar
Here, I am discussing various defects in painting with its meaning and images: A) Blooming : The dull patches are formed on the painted surface. B) Blistering : The formation of bubbles like shapes on the painted surface C) Flaking : Some portion of the paint film is not actually stuck properly withRead more
Here, I am discussing various defects in painting with its meaning and images:
A) Blooming :
B) Blistering :
C) Flaking :
D) Fading :
E) Grinning :
F) Flashing :
G) Sagging :
H) Running :
I) Saponification :
J) Wrinkling :
What are Refractory Bricks and mention it’s types?
Komal Bhandakkar
Refractory bricks (fire brick): Let's discuss the definition of refractory bricks first. Definition : Refractory brick is a block of ceramic material specially used in kilns, lining, furnaces, fireboxes and fireplaces. A speciality of fire brick : It can withstand very high temperature up to 1649 deRead more
Refractory bricks (fire brick):
Let’s discuss the definition of refractory bricks first.
Definition :
Refractory brick is a block of ceramic material specially used in kilns, lining, furnaces, fireboxes and fireplaces.
A speciality of fire brick :
Chemical composition of refractory brick :
The manufacturing process of fire brick :
Types of Refractory Bricks :
A) Basic Refractory Bricks :
B) Acid Refractory Bricks :
C) Neutral Refractory Bricks :
Which type of foundation should be used in Coastal Area and Sloping ground?
Komal Bhandakkar
Foundation in the coastal and sloped area: General Discussion : As far as geotechnical engineering is concerned, the coastal structures are very important and should not be overlooked The foundation design is highly site-specific Usually, the type of foundation depends upon the material under buildiRead more
Foundation in the coastal and sloped area:
General Discussion :
As per my knowledge regarding Geotechnical Engineering, following are the best type of foundation used in the coastal and sloped area.
Have a look.
The foundation on the sloping ground :
I) Stepped Foundation
II) Foundation at one Level
Foundation in a coastal area :
What are the functions of earth retaining walls, boundary walls, load-bearing walls, and non-load-bearing walls?
Komal Bhandakkar
Definition: A) Earth retaining wall : A structure which is designed and constructed to withstand or resist lateral soil pressure is called Earth Retaining wall B) Boundary wall : A wall built with any material along the perimeter of the plot on the boundaries of a property is called security wall oRead more
Definition:
A) Earth retaining wall :
B) Boundary wall :
C) Load-bearing wall :
D) Non- Load bearing wall :
Here, I am mainly focusing on the boundary wall, because other types of wall are already discussed in the previous post.
Boundary wall :
Various types of boundary wall are as follows ;
Functions of boundary wall are listed below;
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