Brick is the basic element of any building construction and has been in use since ancient times. In India, bricks
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Civil Engineering Ascent
Civil engineering is as old as mankind and still ever expanding with aim to serve humankind better than yesterday. Civil engineering is divided into many subjects of study viz structural analysis and design, Geotechnical engineering, Transportation engineering, Water resource engineering, Town and country planning and Environmental engineering. Civil engineering is amongst the core branch of engineering and is indispensable to humanity in never ending service of mankind.
IS 383 : 2016 Code For Aggregates For Concrete[PDF Download]
IS 383 2016 is stipulated by Beaurau of Indian standards which describes specifications for aggregates for concrete. IS 383 2016
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Different Types of Paint in Construction
Paints are used for aesthetic purposes as well as to prevent the surface from weathering. Paint effectively reduces the chemical
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Unit Weight of Different Building Materials
The unit weight of different building materials is essential to know to analyze the structure. Unit weight of most commonly
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Widely Used Abbreviations In Civil Engineering
Abbreviations are widely used to say a phrase of words in a smaller word. The following are the most commonly
Continue readingTips for Writing Thesis for Final Year Dissertation Work
A project thesis will have much impact on your grades. Following are some tips for better writing of the thesis.
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Criteria for Selection of The Repair Material
Repair material should be selected with a thorough study of various properties. Following are the major criteria that should be
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CPWD Handbook on Seismic Retrofit [PDF]
After an earthquake, if a building undergoes considerable damage and lost original strength then it needs proper retrofitting. Central Public
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CPWD Handbook on Repair and Rehabilitation of RCC Buildings
Repair and Rehabilitation of RCC structure is a routine activity for civil engineers and structural designers. Central Public Works Department
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Necessity, Benefits and Ill effects of Irrigation
Irrigation means artificially supplying water to raise crops in farms. Irrigation has its own benefits as well as ill effects.
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Types of Contracts in Construction Industry – Civil Engineering
A contract is an agreement to carry out some work between two firms or persons for some particular duration under
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GATE Civil Engineering 2025 | Preparation, Old Papers and Tips
GATE stands for Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering. The GATE exam opens doors to many opportunities. To get admission for
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Types of Metamorphism – A Geological Phenomenon
Metamorphism is a part of the geological cycle or in other words rock cycle. Metamorphism changes the physical and chemical
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IRC 6 – 2017 [Loads and Load Combinations] PDF Download
IRC 6 – 2017 stipulates the load and load combination for bridge structures. This code details the dead load, live
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Caisson Foundation Explained in Detail | Civil Engineering
A Caisson Foundation is a deep foundation that is the most widely used and suitable for bridge structures across the
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