Shear strength is the ability of soil to withstand forces that may cause it to fail during sliding or shearing is known as shear strength. It is a measure of the soil’s resistance to these pressures. The balance between the applied shear force and the resistance offered by cohesion and friction determines the shear strength … Read more
Cement is a very fine substance that is mainly made up of calcium, silicon, bauxite and iron ore. It is a binding material used in concrete for construction that sets, hardens, and adheres to other materials to hold them together. It is manufactured through a controlled chemical combination of limestone, silicon, aluminum, iron and other … Read more
While working on number of mega construction projects, I’ve got the opportunity to deal with number of different types of contracts in civil engineering. Civil Engineering companies including contracting companies and consultant firms’ work together to build and construct projects for employers or different clients. Be it a road or highway project or some mega … Read more
Stirrups are a vital component in construction and civil engineering reinforcement, serving as a crucial support structure for concrete beams, slabs, and columns. They are typically made of steel and are used to anchor rebar in place, providing additional strength and stability to reinforced concrete structures. What are stirrups in civil engineering? Stirrups are small, … Read more
The liquid limit test of soil is a laboratory test used to measure the liquid limit of soil and its consistency when it is wet. This test is a part of atterberg limits test with plastic limit test as the other part. Liquid limit is defined as the water content at which a soil changes … Read more
