Types of Bracing Systems
The bracing systems are necessary for structures that are subjected to lateral loads due to earthquake, wind, etc. They help in minimizing the lateral deflection… Read More »Types of Bracing Systems
7 Advice for starting the first Civil Engineering job
Congratulations on the first civil engineering job. You are passing out from the college and taking a step forward to start a career as a… Read More »7 Advice for starting the first Civil Engineering job
5 Green Building Materials
Building materials like cement, concrete, chemical admixtures have a negative impact on the surroundings. Most of the materials used in construction are not eco friendly… Read More »5 Green Building Materials
Soil Liquefaction
Soil Liquefaction occurs when a saturated or partially saturated soil loses its strength and stiffness under cyclic loadings such as an earthquake or sudden change… Read More »Soil Liquefaction
Structural Health Monitoring
Structural health monitoring is the process of establishing a damage detection for engineering structures such as buildings, bridges etc. It enables us to know the… Read More »Structural Health Monitoring
Base Isolation System
Base isolation system is introduced in high rise buildings is to prevent the damage due to seismic forces. In base isolation system suspension or series… Read More »Base Isolation System
Low-Cost Housing Techniques
The shelter is the basic need of human being. But this may be out of the means of the low-income householder. The construction of low-cost… Read More »Low-Cost Housing Techniques
Types of Foundation
Foundation is one of the most important elements of a structure, the purpose of which is to transfer load from structure to the ground by… Read More »Types of Foundation