Concrete, the essential foundation of construction, possesses both strength and durability, but it necessitates diligent maintenance to preserve its integrity over time. The key to ensuring its longevity lies in…
Strengthening of RCC beams The need for strengthening a reinforced concrete beam or a number of beams in a structure is usually caused by problems due to degradation of characteristics of…
Punching Shear Failure In previous article we have discussed about the punching shear in flat slabs. If you have not read that you can check it at What is Punching…
What is a Drip Inducer or Water Cut A drip inducer also known as water cut can be a recess, protrusion, groove or a projection on an underside surface. The…
Definition of Shear Wall Shear walls are the vertical structural element which resist the horizontal forces acting on a building structure. Shear wall can also be defined as a wall…
Compressive Strength The compressive strength of any material is defined as the resistance to failure under the action of compressive forces. Especially for concrete, compressive strength is an important parameter…
Three Major Design Philosophies A design philosophy is a set of assumptions and procedures which are used to meet the conditions of serviceability, safety, economy and functionality of the structure.…
Contreras Railway Viaduct Facts - 261 m Concrete Arch Bridge Contreras Railway Viaduct is one of the main structures on the Madrid - Valencia high-speed railway link. Upon completion, the…
The five major parts of Bridges - Concrete Span Bridge Even though there are various types of bridges to be discussed, in this post we will stick to major parts…
How is Working Stress Method (ASD) different from Limit state method (LRFD or LFD)? Assumptions, Advantages and Comparisons Limit state method (LRFD or LFD) “A limit state is a condition…