Definition: The art of building a structure in stone with any suitable masonry is called stone masonry. Types of Stone Masonry: Stone masonry may be broadly classified into the following two types: 1. Rubble Masonry 2. Ashlar Masonry Rubble Masonry: The stone masonry in which either undressed or roughly dressed stone are laid in a…
Further Reading Here we consider only the relevant properties of fluids for our purposes. Find out about surface tension and capillary action elsewhere. Note that capillary action only features in pipes of ≤ 10 mm diameter. Mass Density Specific Weight Relative Density (Specific Gravity) A dimensionless measure of the density of a substance with reference…
Solid Waste With the ever increasing population and urbanization, the waste management has emerged as a huge challenge in the country. Not only the waste has increased in quantity, but the characteristics of waste have also changed tremendously over a period, with the introduction of so many new gadgets and equipment. It is estimated that…
An overview of the rules and strategies used for improving efficiency in solid waste collection. Bob Roberts In today’s struggling economy we are all forced to look at ways to reduce expenses. This applies to private and public operations equally. For the private operation, priorities are placed on maintaining profits—a difficult task in a competitive…
Abstract “Continuously reinforced concrete pavement” as the title suggests this type of pavement is reinforced throughout in longitudinal direction. This type of pavement has no transverse joints unless and until there is end of pavement or the pavement comes in contact with some other pavement or bridge. A longitudinal joint exists only if the road…
Bituminous surface treatments (BST) refer to a range of techniques that can be used to create a stand-alone drivable surface on a low volume road, or rehabilitate an existing pavement. Usually, the term is used to describe a seal coat or chip seal, which is constructed by spraying a layer of emulsified asphalt, and placing a layer of aggregate on top….
Life is precious, and should not be wasted by road accidents. Use of the road safety features and proper driving may prevent road accidents. The roads have been designed keeping in view the human factors in road safety. Safety posters and slogans can influence humans towards safe driving. Importance Of Road Safety Risks will always exist that…
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…
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…
Looking to do some building? If so, you’ve come to the right place. Referenced right here is a treasure trove of information that will help guide you through the building process, from deciding what materials to use to picking the people doing the work.You’ll also find special seismic information. When considering any sort of building project, there…