Concrete Compressive Toughness and Flexural toughness, what is the difference?

When it comes to estimating and testing the strength of materials, people sometimes gets confused between toughness and strength so here is answer to the difference between compressive toughness and flexural toughness.Before understanding the compression and tension \”term\” you \”must\” know what is toughness and strength.First, I would like to clarify that toughness is different … Read more

Cantilever Footing, Strap Footing – Definition and Design

A strap footing also known as cantilever footing, is a special case of combined foundation in which two separate footings are tied together by a beam called tie beam or strap beam.Mostly in cities, the houses are adjacent to each other due to limited and congested space available i.e. the outer walls are touching each … Read more

Steel Erection And Construction – A Quick Brief

Structural steel is not just ideal for big agricultural buildings, skyscrapers or garages, but there are end numbers of attributes which steel frameworks offers and used widely for construction purposes. Steel frameworks are sustainable, affordable and durable. Among so many benefits that steel offers, it’s the feature of versatility which has allowed architects, specifiers and … Read more

What Do Civil Engineers Do?

The role of civil engineers is to build, improve, and maintain infrastructure systems for public use. Not only does their work involve transportation-related systems such as roadways, railroads, and bridges but it also includes water supply systems, irrigation systems, waste systems, energy systems, and other types of public infrastructure. The minimum amount of education required … Read more