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Geometric Design of Highways and Roadways
Geometric design of highways and roadways refers to road engineering design features, notably horizontal and…
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Road Construction: History and Procedure
Road Construction Methods have changed a lot since the first roads were built in about…
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How are Roads Built Over Swamps?
Construction of roads over swamps require special attention. Either the soil has to be removed…
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Basics of Seismic Vibration Control
Though earthquakes can produce devastating damages to life and property, modern technologies of seismic vibration…
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Types of Excavators and Their Uses
Excavators are vehicles that are used on construction sites to move material. Excavators: Also Known…
Cranes Used in Construction
A crane is a lifting machine that principally works with the use of pulleys and…
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Pavement Maintenance: Pounds of Prevention vs. Tons of Cure
Ever hit a pothole at 70mph? To paraphrase Ben Franklin, do a little preventive work…
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Highway Construction & Engineering
Highway construction and engineering includes planning, designing, and building of highways. History stands witness that…
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Major/minor priority intersections
Introduction A priority intersection occurs between two roads, one termed the ‘major’ road and the…
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The Design of Highway Intersections
Introduction A highway intersection is required to control conflicting and merging streams of traffic so…