Structural Engineering

Structural engineering has been applied since mankind commenced building of structures. Structures are designed, with the aim to accomplish the desired functions of creation, ensuring the visualization of all the loads that could be applied on the structures, and adequate safety of structures. What Is Structural Engineering Structural engineering is a specialty of civil engineering…

Structural analysis is an important subject of civil engineering that evaluates the different loads on structures, and their effects. It is an accurate method to ascertain the capability of the structures to withstand the expected loads, and assist in designing the structures accordingly. What Is Structural Analysis Structural analysis is a comprehensive assessment to ensure…

Several types of earthquake damages may occur, and the extent of damage caused will be influenced by the severity of the earthquake, location of site from epicenter, and several other factors. Damage can be minimized by proper design analysis according to the parameters of earthquake engineering. Basics of Earthquake                                                               The shaking of the earth, because of…

A large quantity of iron and steel is damaged because of corrosion, causing huge losses that may have been minimized by the adoption of appropriate preventive measures. Corrosion products from oxidation do not adhere to the metal surface, and the resultant pitting deteriorates the structure. What Is Corrosion Corrosion is a natural event that causes…

The strength of materials concerns the data related to materials to determine their capability to resist the applied loads and assist in production of strong components with a durable life. Failure analysis is conducted to determine the causes of failure and carry out improvements in the products. What Is Strength Of Materials?         Strength of Materials…

Earthquake engineering is applied for the seismic retrofit of structures that involves alteration of existing structures to obtain resistance to seismic activity or soil failure due to earthquakes. Retrofit is now widely performed, especially in the active seismic zones. What Is A Seismic Retrofit?                 Seismic retrofit is a field of construction engineering thatfocuses on the modification of…

What Is Compressed Earth Block Compressed Earth Block (CEB) is a kind of construction material created manually or with mechanical machines that forms a mixture of dirt, clay, and an aggregate in to a compressed block. CEBs have lately exhibited exceptional functioning characteristics in areas requiring personnel safety from disasters like earthquakes, tsunamis, and hurricanes….

Global Vipassana Pagoda is considered to be the modern day wonder of world, let us see its salient features to know why it is called so. What is Pagoda?                                                            The pagoda is the monument where Buddha is worshipped and people meditate as per his instructions. The pagoda is also called as stupa. When Buddha left the earthly…

The first bridge on sea in India, the Bandra-Worli Sea Link reduces the journey time between two suburbs from 40 minutes to mere 8 minutes. Let us see the details of this wonder sea link. About Sea: Bandra-Worli Sea Link (BWSL)            The Bandra Worli Sea link is the first bridge in India constructed on the sea and developed completely by the Indian…

Various types of steel are used depending upon the application. The main content of structural steel after iron is carbon. Structural steel sections are normally utilized for the construction of buildings, manufacturing sheds, transmission line towers, etc. What Is Structural steel                                            Structural steel is a category of steel construction material that is produced with a…