Structural Engineering

Earthquake engineering is a sub-discipline of civil engineering that influences the life and property of all human beings. It is this science that has provided an in-depth knowledge of earthquakes, useful guidelines to minimize the damage due to earthquakes. Aims of Earthquake Engineering                        Earthquake engineering is the science of the performance of buildings and structures…

In this age of technological evolution, the field of seismic engineering has a reputation for creative thinking and advanced technology beyond conventional solutions. Seismic isolation is a fitting technology. In this section we will look at the history of base isolation how and why it works. The Earthquake Engineering Research Centre (EERC), now known as…

A variety of equipment is used for soil compaction. A road roller is one of the main items of equipment in this category that is used extensively for road construction. A road grader is also used in combination with the road roller for soil leveling. When is Soil Compaction Required? There are numerous requirements where it…

A continuing series of articles on fundamental structural engineering analyses. In this article the tensile and compressive stress in structural elements is examined. Since this determination is usually not trivial, computational tools and models provide invaluable analytical insight. Tension and Compression                                            Taoist Balance A previous article introduced the moment of force as a useful engineering…

This is the first in a series of articles reviewing specific structural engineering basics and design processes. In this introductory article, simple structural engineering elements are classified to form the basis of more complex structures. Basic Elements of Structural Construction                           Never Push On a Rope  Creating a safe, durable, cost effective structural engineering design is…

One of the fundamental engineering analyses performed for structural applications is determining the moment of force. Unexpected twisting or turning may be a great dance move, but it usually spells disaster for structural elements. Analytical Details                                                       The first of multiple articles reviewing some of the methods and calculations used in structural engineering. Atypical Philosophy A…

Joining individual and assembled elements together is the bread and butter of structural engineering. A crucial part in many of these joined elements are fasteners: bolts, screws, rivets, welds, clamps, nails, and even adhesives can play a vital role. Ignorance Is Bliss Keeping load bearing assemblies together is the role of structural fasteners. Using the…

Completed in 2007, the Wembley Stadium in London was not only built to welcome 1.5 million football and rugby fans each year, but it is also the UK’s leading venue for music concerts. The landmark feature that will inspire all of these visitors is the arch that sits above the north stand. Wembley Stadium is…

Rubberized asphalt concrete is extremely useful for road construction projects since it is economical. It is prepared from used tires that otherwise are delivered to the landfills and occupy useful space. Rubberized Asphalt Concrete pavements include binders to resist rutting. What Is Rubberized Asphalt Concrete (RAC) Rubberized asphalt concrete is basically used for road construction,…

The Millau Viaduct is the world’s tallest and longest cable bridge in the world. An absolute engineering wonder, Millau Viaduct has supporting pylons which are even taller than the great Eiffel tower. Find out more of such amazing facts about this great civil engineering wonder in the article inside Introduction                                                             Sometimes a civil engineering wonder…