Roundabouts in America have come a long way since they were first introduced. Today, traffic conditions have changed, traffic density has increased manifold, and these factors have raised questions about the effectiveness of roundabouts. “Give way before entry” is the principle on which a roundabout is designed. The first roundabout was built in 1960s in…
The Millau Viaduct is just not a bridge but also a prime example of engineering excellence in modern times. The bridge was opened for public use in December 2004, four years after its inaugural ceremony. Read this to learn about the engineering challenges related to the construction of the bridge. Engineering Challenges The Millau Viaduct…
An analysis of the values of architecture and modern life, and some of the revolutionary changes beginning to take hold – the role of the building in modern life is rapidly changing as designers look to using buildings to create a synergy-effect to maximize productivity and well-being. The relationship between humans and buildings has long…
The construction industry is booming- growing exponentially all across the world. Different countries have different construction skills certification schemes that conduct certification courses and registration tests to certify and grade engineers based on different criteria. Every country has a governing or controlling body ensuring that every year a fixed number of construction engineers or experts…
Greater utilization of underground construction is growing in popularity as a strategy to increase available commercial and infrastructure space. A few noteworthy site preparation activities and guidelines are summarized and described for tunnels, utilities, and related projects. Even Mushrooms Require an Education Underground construction projects present some of the most challenging, difficult, and dangerous working…
As a source of constant solar radiation, the sun can be a warming presence, a source of energy, or an annoying heater depending on the albedo of materials and type of construction used. Solar Radiation Ah, the sun. Much graceful, illuminating prose has been dedicated to its appearance, benefits, and even harmful effects. But since…
Emergency management is an important subject that deals with human life and property. Damages caused by disasters are less harmful if a comprehensive emergency management plan is in place. What Is Emergency Management Disaster management or emergency management is the subject related to the control of natural disasters. The aim of emergency management is to…
Huge structures like bridges, locomotives, ships, etc. inevitably require joints in order to plan out an inner firm, enduring “skeleton.” Riveted joints play an important part in forming these joints, and are used extensively for the purpose. Here we discuss the major types of rivet joints. It would be virtually impossible building huge structures like…
Training in any area of the construction industry requires a high-level of hands-on training and technical skills. The work completed inside programs provided by construction training providers covers professional work in depth to prepare students to enter careers in as little as six months. Construction Training Options The field of construction offers opportunities in building,…
A construction project engineer helps to plan the work and its execution on a daily basis so that the overall objectives are met. He will use his engineering knowledge to interpret the drawings, specifications, and contract documents to those concerned that works are completed in time. Construction Projects Require Engineering and Managerial Inputs The process…