Columns in construction play a vital role in supporting structures and transferring loads from the upper levels to the foundation. Each element plays an important role and is designed for a specific purpose like transferring the loads from slab to beam, beam to column, column to soil. One important element among them are columns. They…
Infrastructure grouting is the technique of using a cementitious or polymeric material to fill voids, fractures, or gaps in structures including buildings, bridges, and dams in order to increase their strength, stability, and durability,and repair or strengthen structures that have been damaged by settling, erosion, or water infiltration, grouting is frequently utilised. The choice of…
A failure in a beam may occur when it is not capable of resisting the load imposed on it. This may lead to collapse of the entire structure , so it is necessary to identify and analyze the failures in beams after their design. Beam failures may be in flexural, torsion and shear depending on…
One of the most frequently used building materials worldwide is cement. It is a crucial component of plaster, concrete, mortar, and other building materials. But not all cement is made equally. The applicability of various cement kinds for different applications depends on their distinct performance and property characteristics. As a result, testing cement is crucial…
Structural design codes are a set of rules and standards that specify the minimum requirements for the design, construction, and maintenance of structures. They aim to ensure the safety, functionality, and durability of structures under various loads and environmental conditions. Depending on the type of the structural member different codes a designed for each specific…
Structural design software has revolutionized the field of civil engineering, providing engineers with powerful tools to analyze, design, and optimize structures. These software packages, such as SAP2000, ETABS, and STAAD.Pro, utilize advanced computational methods, including finite element analysis (FEA), to simulate the behavior of structures under various loading conditions. With the help of these tools,…