Architecture in Civil Engineering
Civil engineers and architects complement each other’s' work. An architect takes care of the design and shape of a building whereas a civil engineer takes care of the technical nitty-gritty…
Smart concrete could pave the way for high-tech, cost-effective roads
Every day, Americans travel on roads, bridges and highways without considering the safety or reliability of these structures. Yet much of the transportation infrastructure in the U.S. is outdated, deteriorating…
Low Cost Housing
Low Cost Housing is a new concept which deals with effective budgeting and following of techniques which help in reducing the cost construction through the use of locally available materials…
Use of Automation in Construction Industry
INTRODUCTION The scope of automation in construction is broad, encompassing all the stages of construction life from initial planning and design, through construction of the facility, its operation and maintenance,…
4 Primary Cement Compounds & Their Roles
Compounds of cement cement compounds About 90-95% of a Portland cement is comprised of the four main cement minerals, which are C3S, C2S, C3A, and C4AF, with the remainder consisting of calcium sulphate, alkali…
Construction Ambassador Definition for Engineers
Construction Ambassadors, as the name suggests, are individuals with a passion for the field of construction. They can have many varied responsibilities, which can make it difficult to define exactly…
Facts about the Eiffel Tower
The history and design aspects of the Eiffel Tower are interesting for engineers even today. Wrought iron was used for the construction of Eiffel Tower with the employment of scaffolds.…
6 Defects In Brickwork Due To Poor Workmanship
Defects in brickwork EFFECTS OF WORKMANSHIP ON MASONRY STRENGTH Masonry has a very long tradition of building by craftsmen, without engineering supervision of the kind applied to reinforced concrete construction.…
How To Store Common Construction Materials On Site?
1. Storing Of Bricks On Site STACKING AND STORING OF BRICKS AT SITE Stack the bricks close to the site of work so that less effort is required to unload and…
An Insight To Concrete Ramps For Buildings
Ramps are of great importance in any high-rise building. Ramps provide safe access to the building for heavy materials such as heavy machineries. In many countries the construction of a…
