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Prabhu TL is an author, digital entrepreneur, and creator of high-value educational content across technology, business, and personal development. With years of experience building apps, websites, and digital products used by millions, he focuses on simplifying complex topics into practical, actionable insights. Through his writing, Dilip helps readers make smarter decisions in a fast-changing digital world—without hype or fluff.

Construction Planning

PLANNING SUITABLE ORIENTATION

Orientation means setting out the plan of the building with respect to north-south and east-west directions to provide…

August 5, 2021 · senseadmin
Construction Planning

PLANNING FOR ENERGY EFFICIENCY

A building should be planned in such a manner that it gives maximum day lighting, ventilation and heat…

August 5, 2021 · senseadmin
Construction Planning

PLANNING

All buildings should be properly planned, keeping in view the various requirements of a good building. Except strength…

August 5, 2021 · senseadmin
Construction Planning

BASIC REQUIREMENTS OF A BUILDING

The planning and construction of a building should be aimed at fulfilling the following requirements: 1. Strength and…

August 5, 2021 · senseadmin
Construction Planning

Building Planning

ELEMENTS OF A BUILDING The following are the basic elements of a building: 1. Foundation 2. Plinth 3.…

August 5, 2021 · senseadmin
Construction Materials

ASBESTOS

Asbestos is a general name for several varieties of fibrous minerals which are available in nature. But presently,…

August 5, 2021 · senseadmin
Construction Materials

BITUMEN

Ashalt, bitumen and tar are referred as bituminous materials, which are essentially hydrocarbon materials.The asphalt is a mixture of inert…

August 5, 2021 · senseadmin
Construction Materials

Uses of Plastics

There are variety of plastics made to suit different uses. The typical uses of plastics in buildings is…

August 5, 2021 · senseadmin
Construction Materials

PLASTICS

Plastic is an organic material prepared out of resin. It may or may not contain fillers, plasticisers and…

August 5, 2021 · senseadmin
Construction Materials

Types of Glass

The glass may be broadly classified as: 1. Soda-lime glass  2. Potash lime glass 3. Potash lead glass…

August 5, 2021 · senseadmin