IRC 58 2015 is Guidelines For The Design Of plain Jointed Rigid Pavements For Highways. This code is created by
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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.
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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IRC 44 – 2017 (Guidelines for Cement Concrete Mix Designs for Pavements)
IRC 44 – 2017 is an Indian Standard code for Cement Concrete Mix Design for Pavements. The 2017 version is
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Methods of Population Forecasting – A Primer
Population forecasting plays a crucial role in understanding the dynamics of societies, urban planning, resource allocation, and policy formulation. As
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Geopolymer Concrete: Properties and Benefits
Geopolymer concrete has emerged recently as a promising solution, offering a viable and eco-friendly alternative. Geopolymer concrete is a type
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What is Camber of the Road? Types and Benefits
Camber is defined as “transverse slope provided on road for proper drainage of surface water”Sometimes camber is also referred to
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Types of Stone Masonry Construction – Civil Engineering
Broadly there are two different types of stone masonry, namely Ashlar Masonry and Rubble Masonry. Ashlar Masonry This Masonry is
Continue readingIS 456-2000 Amendment 4 – PDF Download
IS 456-2000 Amendment No-4 is published in May 2013. Also known as the fourth revision to IS 456-2000, the IS
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Geotechnical Investigation – Horizontal Directional Drilling
A geotechnical investigation is vital to determining the subsurface conditions of various construction projects, including horizontal directional drilling (HDD). An
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Types of Chlorination – Water Treatment and Purification
Chlorination is used to disinfect the drinking water. There are different types of chlorination. Pre Chlorination This is practiced by
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Hydraulic Cement – Properties and Applications
Hydraulic cement is comparatively a new type of cement that possesses unique properties, making it indispensable in various applications. Here
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