A structure comprises several components that are connected to one another and function to transfer the loads to the soil successfully. Modern structural engineering offers a broad and in-depth body of knowledge that can precisely predict the performance of various ...
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Castellated Beams: History, Properties, and Advantages
A castellated beam is a type of beam in which an I-beam is sliced longitudinally along its web in a specified pattern. The objective is to use the cutting pattern to separate and reunite the beam with a deeper web. These ...
Narendra Modi Stadium: Construction Features of the Largest Cricket Stadium in the World
Sardar Patel Stadium was renamed as Narendra Modi Stadium on 24th February 2021, also known as Motera Stadium. The cricket stadium is located in the state of Gujarat in India. It is situated on the banks of the Sabarmati river ...
2 Important Failure Case Studies of Long-Span Steel Structures
Space structures are generally utilized in the construction of airport terminals, stockrooms, historical centers, and shopping centers where huge transverse space is required. They are architecturally appealing and structurally adaptable. Moreover, space structures are light in weight, which reduces the ...
Preliminary Activities for Carrying out Riveting and Bolting
The process of making connections in steel structure is carried out using one of these three methods: welding, riveting, and bolting. The preliminary works such as laying out, fabrication, making holes, and assembling of steel members before executing the actual ...
How to Erect Members in Steel Structure Work?
In recent times, steel structures have gained popularity over RCC structures due to their advantages such as higher strength and durability, lightweight, speed of construction, easy fabrication and fire, moisture, and pest resistance. Accuracy in the erection of steel structure plays a ...
Bogibeel: Construction of the Longest Rail-Road Bridge of India
The 4940 m long Bogibeel bridge is currently the longest rail-road bridge in India. It is built on the mighty Brahmaputra river in Assam, 17 km away from Dibrugarh, and connects the city with the Dhemaji district. This two-tier bridge ...
How does a Steel Structure Fail? [PDF]
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Steel is one of the popular construction materials next to concrete in the construction industry. The high strength and ductility are the primary properties of steel that make its place in almost all the famous skyscrapers around the world. Steel ...