Concrete gains its strength by the process of hydration, and the hydration needs water. Hydration is a continuous process. Meeting
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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 Code 8043-1991 Specification for Hydrophobic Cement
The Beaurau of Indian Standards has stipulated IS Code 8043-1991 for the specifications of Hydrophobic Cement. Link to Download IS
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What is Timbering? – Importance and Methods of Timbering
In the construction of foundations for buildings, timbering is used to prevent the collapse of side soil into the trenches.
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IS 1489 (Part 1 – 2015 Specification for Portland Pozzolana Cement PDF Download)
IS 1489 (Part 1) 2015 is an Indian Standard for Fly Ash Based Portland Pozzolana Cement.Download IS 1489 Part 1
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Self Compacting Concrete – Properties and Application
Self Compacting Concrete (SCC) is a new generation concrete that is highly workable and doesn’t need compaction effort after casting.
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Foundation on Black Cotton Soil – Problems and Solutions
Black Cotton Soil exhibits considerable swelling and shrinkage with moisture content variation. This soil expands while soaked in water and
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Factors Affecting Water Demand
Ascertaining water demand is crucial in planning water resources management. There are a number of factors affecting water demand. Water
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Different Types of Windows – Building Construction
Different types of windows come in different shapes, sizes, and styles, each serving a unique purpose while also contributing to
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IRC 37 2018 PDF Download [Free]
IRC 37 2018 is designed by Indian Road Congress and titled “Guidelines for the Design of Flexible Pavements”. You can
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IRC 58-2015 Guidelines for the Design of Plain Jointed Rigid Pavements
IRC 58 2015 is Guidelines For The Design Of plain Jointed Rigid Pavements For Highways. This code is created by
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Factors Affecting Durability of Concrete: Engineering Perspective
Concrete is one of the most versatile and widely used construction materials in the world. Durability of concrete is a
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Evapotranspiration – A Part of Water Cycle
Water is one of Earth’s most precious resources, essential for all forms of life. It circulates through various phases in
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IRC SP 44 [PDF Download – Highway Safety Code]
IRC SP 44 is a highway safety code stipulated by the Indian Road Congress. You can download IRC SP 44
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Key Differences between One Way Slab and Two Way Slab
The comparison of the One Way Slab v/s Two Way Slab is based on the ratio of longer span length
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IRC SP 49 – 2014 (Guidelines for Use of Dry Lean Concrete as Sub-Base for Rigid Pavement)
IRC stipulated guidelines for the use of dry lean concrete as sub base for rigid pavement. You can Download IRC
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