What is Wobble Coefficient in post tensioning system?
Post tensioning structures are used in the design of buildings, bridges, and other structures with great tensile strength. There are several different types of…
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Concept of Reinforced Earth
Reinforcement in the form of steel or synthetic strips called geo-strips are placed within an embankment, containing soil in various layers compacted mechanically; the…
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The definitions in the book have been compiled to be of use to those working in a wide range of professions related to civil…
Read article →Fatigue (Alligator) Cracking
The word Fatigue means repetitive action of loads, thus fatigue cracking by names means cracking due to the repetition of loads. As the pavement…
Read article →What is Formwork, Shuttering, Scaffolding, Shouring
During construction of reinforced concrete works as well as their maintenance, we need to support the structure as long as it is in its…
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