Bridge Construction – Design Considerations and Materials

Bridges have been constructed since ancient times. Simple bridges constructed from felled trees have been improved upon modern ones constructed by the modern light and strong materials. The latest computer technologies have significantly facilitated bridge design and bridge construction. History Of Bridges                                   Bridge study has revealed that people have been carrying out bridge construction since humans first…

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Types of Bridges

Bridges have been used since ancient history though the technique of binding logs has been replaced by modern materials shaped into well-designed structures to resist applied loads. Here are the different types of bridges that exist in the world today History Of Bridges                 Different types of bridges have been constructed since ancient times. These bridges were simple…

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Building the Brooklyn Bridge

It was stated to in 1867 that the building of the Brooklyn Bridge would create not only the greatest bridge at that time, but also the greatest example of engineering of that age on the continent! For the tourists of today, a stroll down under the Brooklyn Bridge to a restaurant is on their agenda….

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Multi-Beam Bridge Construction

Multi-beam bridges are a very common form of construction for roads and other bridges that are required to span across distances less than one hundred meters. The beams are connected by an horizontal element that allows transport of men, materials, and vehicles. Bridges Require Beams to Span the Gaps between Piers Bridges are essentially meant to cross…

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Interview Questions

Here is the list of the most commonly asked questions during the interviews. Hope this helps to most of you 1. Introduce yourself? 2. What are your career preferences? 3. How much salary you are expecting? 4. What is your plan regarding continuing your education? 5. Tell us about your hobbies? 6. What are your…

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Interview Questions Answers

Question 1. Tell me about yourself. This is the first question you could be asked in any interview. This may sound simple but if you are unprepared you could be in big problem. So just prepare yourself for this simple yet difficult question Start with one two lines about yourself, who you are? A brief…

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How To Plan A Site Investigation Program?

Site Exploration Program The knowledge about the site forms a vital role in the safe and economic development of a site. A thorough investigation of the site is an essential preliminary to the construction of any civil engineering works. Public building officials may require soil data together with the recommendations of the geotechnical consultant prior…

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Top 10 Requirements Of Stairs For Building

Requirements Of Good Stairs   A good stair should provide an easy, quick and safe mode of communication between the various floors of the building. General requirements of good stairs are as mentioned below. 1. LOCATION It should preferably be located centrally, ensuring sufficient light and ventilation. 2. WIDTH OF STAIR The width of stairs for public…

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7 Forms Of Defects In Plaster

Types of defects in plaster This post describes 7 different categories of defects most frequently noticed in plaster (as mentioned below) 1.      Non-structural cracks 2.      Structural cracks 3.      Debonding 4.      Lack of hardness 5.      Grinning 6.      Expansion 7.      Popping The causes and repair methods for each are discussed below. 1. NON-STRUCTURAL CRACKS                                                            Crazing Crazing is a network of fine cracks, usually in a hexagonal…

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