There are various types of masonry wall which may be suitable to construct in areas prone to earthquakes. Types of these seismic resistant masonry wall are discussed.
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Soil-Structure Interaction -Effects, Analysis and Applications in Design
Soil-structure interaction is a study of response of soil and structure during earthquake. Its effects, analysis and applications in structural design is discussed.
What is Punching Shear? Punching Shear in Slabs and Foundations
Punching shear is a failure mechanism in structural members like slabs and foundation by shear under the action of concentrated loads. Calculations of punching shear is discussed.
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.
Design of Curtain Walls for Wind Loads -Details and Calculations
Curtain walls are the first structural element that subjected to wind loads. Wind loads controls the structural design of curtain walls which 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.
Failure Modes of RCC Beams Strengthened with NSM FRP Techniques
The near surface mounted strengthening of reinforced concrete beams improves its flexural strength. Failure modes of such beams is discussed.
Types of Pile Driving Equipments -Applications, Advantages and Details
There are several machines and equipment which are employed for pile driving during construction. These machines and tools are discussed.