Uses of Bricks
Bricks are used in the following civil works: (i) As building blocks. (ii) For lining of ovens, furnaces and chimneys. (iii) For protecting steel columns from fire. (iv) As aggregates …
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Probable Errors in Placement of Reinforcement and Their Effects
Proper reinforcement fabrication and its placement in forms are vital in concrete constructions, to achieve the design requirements. The following are some of the prevailing errors and mistakes in the …
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Laboratory Tests Conducted on Bricks
The following laboratory tests may be conducted on the bricks to find their suitability: Crushing strength Absorption Shape and size and Efflorescence. Crushing Strength: The brick specimen are immersed in …
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Hidden Beam
Hidden beams can be defined as the beams whose depth is equal to the thickness of the slab. Hidden beams are also known as concealed beam. Advantages of Hidden Beam: …
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Uses of Stones in Civil Engineering Construction
Stones are used in the following civil engineering constructions: Stone masonry is used for the construction of foundations, walls, columns and arches. Stones are used for flooring. Stone slabs are …
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Types and Purpose of Lintel Beams
Types of Lintel Beams Timber lintel Stone lintel Reinforced concrete lintel Brick lintel Reinforced brick lintel Steel lintel Purposes of Lintel Beams To support the walls above the openings like …
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Details for Composite Construction
Steel-concrete composite construction means steel section encased in concrete for columns & the concrete slab or profiled deck slab is connected to the steel beam with the help of mechanical …
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Works to do Before Starting Building Construction
Cleaning: Clean the construction area. If there is any tree in the buildup area, un-rooted them completely and remove from the plot area. Levelling: If there is any hole in …
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