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Basically, a culvert means a covered hydraulic structure which conveys fluid. Therefore in a broad sense, pipe culverts in a small scale represent normal pipes like precast concrete pipes.
In terms of hydraulic performance, circular section is the best geometrical sections among all. Therefore, for relative small discharge, precast concrete pipes and ductile iron pipes are normally used which are circular in shape. But for applications of very large flow, precast concrete pipes and ductile iron pipes may not be available in current market. In this connection, cast-in-situ construction has to be employed. It is beyond doubt that the fabrication of formwork for circular shape is difficult when compared with normal box culvert structures. However, circular shape is the most hydraulic efficient structure which means for a given discharge, the area of flow is minimum. Therefore, it helps to save the cost of extra linings required for the choice of box culverts.
However, box culverts do possess some advantages. For example, they can cope with large flow situation where headroom is limited because the height of box culverts can be reduced while the size of pipe culverts is fixed. Secondly, for some difficult site conditions, e.g. excavation of structure in rock, for the same equivalent cross-sectional area, the width of box culverts can be designed to be smaller than that of pipe culverts and this enhances smaller amount of excavation and backfilling
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What are the types of culvert?
1. Pepe culvert 2. box culvert 3. slab culvert 4. arch culvert
How do you use culvert?
A culvert is typically used to allow water to flow under a road, railway, or embankment, preventing flooding and erosion by maintaining proper drainage. To use a culvert, you first need to assess the area for water flow and select an appropriate size and type, such as a pipe or box culvert. Installation involves excavating a trench, placing the culvert, ensuring proper alignment and slope for drainage, and then backfilling the surrounding soil. Regular maintenance checks are also important to ensure the culvert remains clear of debris and functions effectively.
What are the advantages of pipe culverts?
Pipe culverts offer several advantages, including ease of installation, cost-effectiveness, and versatility in various applications such as drainage and water flow management. Their lightweight design allows for simpler handling and quicker installation compared to other structures, such as box culverts. Additionally, pipe culverts can accommodate different types of materials and sizes, making them suitable for various site conditions and hydraulic requirements. Lastly, their streamlined shape often promotes efficient water flow and reduces the risk of blockages.
What is the definition for line weight?
Line weights are different type of lines lighter and darker. for example if you wanted to make a box, the box itself will have to have darker lines but the flaps that will hold your box together will have to be lighter. sorry if not so detailed but hard to explain
Stone or brick floor of a fireplace?
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What is box culvert?
Box culvert can be described as either a precast concrete or reinforced concrete structure in rectangular figure, facilitating water flow through an embankment of road,etc,as a similar function performed by concrete pipe culvert.
What are the types of culvert?
1. Pepe culvert 2. box culvert 3. slab culvert 4. arch culvert
How do you use culvert?
A culvert is typically used to allow water to flow under a road, railway, or embankment, preventing flooding and erosion by maintaining proper drainage. To use a culvert, you first need to assess the area for water flow and select an appropriate size and type, such as a pipe or box culvert. Installation involves excavating a trench, placing the culvert, ensuring proper alignment and slope for drainage, and then backfilling the surrounding soil. Regular maintenance checks are also important to ensure the culvert remains clear of debris and functions effectively.
Emages for apron slab for box culvert?
what is the length for apron slab for box culverts
What is Box culverts with single carriage way?
Box Culvert is a reinforced concrete structure facilating water flow through the embankment of road, single carriage way define the width of culvert of 3.5m ,where a single four vehiler can Pass at a time.
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What is the difference between a lunch box and a school?
You Can Teach Students In School And Not In A Lunch Box ?
What is the difference between box turtes and tortoises?
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What is the use of box culvert?
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What is the difference between soft pack and box cigarettes?
Only the packaging.
