Super P stands for super plasticizers. They are a chemical admixture added to the concrete to make the concrete extremely workable. The effects of super P are only temporary (15-60minutes). Its effects are reduced in high temperatures.
What is Exner equation in sediment transport?
The Exner equation describes conservation of mass between sediment in the bed of a channel and sediment that is being transported. It is expressed as partial differentiation of n with respect to t=-(1/epsilon0) x partial differentiation of q with respect to x.
What is uniformity coefficient?
The measure of variation in particle sizes of filter and ion exchange media. The coefficient is defined as the the ratio of the sieve size that will permit passage of 60% of the media by weight to the sieve sieve size that will permit passage of 10% of the media material by weight.
What are different Types of dewatering?
Dewatering is a process of removing water from the soil, especially in the solid part. Belt press issues, belt filter press and centrifuge are some of the examples of dewatering.
What is the process of calculating quantity of cement sand metal in concrete mix design?
Choose the grade of concrete & assume minimum water/cement ratio.Conduct some initial tests on the materials like cement, sand & metal(coarse aggregate).Tests like UNIT WEGHT, SPECIFIC GRAVITY,SIEVE ANALYSIS,SLUMP CONE TEST & COMPACTION FACTOR TEST.
According to the obtained results do the mix design from IS CODE of IS800-10262 check for water cement ratio & calculate the quantity of cement, sand & coarse aggregate.
What does a Threshold Inspector do?
A threshold inspector is a certified building inspector who works for a consulting / engineering firm. If a building exceeds either a height, square footage, or occupancy load, the client usually funding the project is required by law to hire a threshold inspector. In addition to performing structural inspections, a threshold inspector will oversee certain activities during building such as pouring concrete and post tensioning. Threshold inspectors can be considered a form of quality control seeing that the are hired by the developers and not the general contractor, therefore not having to answer to the GC.
You will find your answer in the following link http://www.answers.com/topic/black-sand
Does pipeline transportation uses any kind communication systems?
For communications needs there would be some form of closed-circuit ( incongruously also called Open Line) telephones at each major pumping or distribution center to keep in touch. there might be remote control devices akin to engine-room telegraphs as used on ships. I have seen one ( photo of a museum exhibit_ which has pump power settings on it- as opposed to engine speed commands, this was used with a hydraulic dredge. If only for safety reasons, someting like this, and an open line phone would be needed, also to protect things if things broke down., a rapid response would be secured in accidents- Major break between miles 4 and five- shut the system down on that end! . e.g.
What is the approved location of the construction joints in the raft foundation?
The best location to set the construction joint is less shear force impact.
e.g:In slabs;it is better to locate between the supports.
What is the difference between a Flyover and a bridge?
Flyover connects two points usually as an alternate route to what is beneath. Its purpose is to shorten or quicken the travel time and ease out traffic congestion.
Bridge is used to connect two points and acts as an essential link between the connecting points. Its main purpose is to establish a link between the points which is other wise inaccessible via road transport.
Although neither has anything to do with natural or man-made as suggested in other answers.
Why is concrete important in construction industry?
aside from the obvious factors of strength and rigidity it is also 100% reusable just add water and sand to the mix of crushed concrete and you have new cement to use also it has a typical 50 to 100 year life span
A "Rat Slab", is a placement of concrete in the crawl space of a house. A rat slab is sometimes required by local codes, but not always. It helps to resist burrowing rodents and can when placed over a vapor barier, help reduce groundwater invasion. As a bonus it makes for a clean underfloor and a better crawling space for sub contractors. The concrete is generally placed 2" in thickness without steel reinforcement. It is a good idea to add fiber to the mix to reduce cracking. The finish is not as fine as a floor slab. Usually only a bull float is used with sometimes minor trowelling.
What is the temperature of oil in the Alaska Pipeline?
the max temp of oil in the pipeline is 145 Fahrenheit
Why is concrete weak in tension?
Concrete is strong in compression, as the aggregate efficiently carries the compression load. However, it is weak in tension as the cement holding the aggregate in place can crack, allowing the structure to fail. Reinforced concrete solves these problems by adding metal reinforcing bars, glass fiber, or plastic fiber to carry tensile loads
What kind of interests and hobbies go well with civil engineering?
You could learn how to work with CAD, and do various projects on that. I don't know if you'd see it as fun. If you're a girl, you could try Sims out, you can build buildings on the computer without the more technical end. If you want to do something more hands on you can try: home improvements, wood working, landscaping, etc. I know that most of my friends that are civil engineers enjoy those types of pass-times, and they seem to go along with the field.
What is the shear strength of anchor bolts?
Generally speaking, shear strength is 60% of the ultimate tensile strength of the anchor bolt. Please see the related link for more information as well as a table of common material strengths.
A manhole invert is the pipeline running across the bottom of the manhole, from the point where the incoming pipe enters until the outgoing pipe discharges the outflow. It is frequently expressed as an elevation level where this pipeline sits.
How reinforced concreate mousqe dome designed?
i want a steel structure designed for a reinforced cement concrate dome. please assist me and sovle probalam thanks