Civil Engineering

Suppose a number of columns in a row are to be supported on a soil of such low bearing strength, that separate bases if provided would overlap,a practical solution would be to provide a column footing to support all the columns of the row. such a footing is called a "STRIP FOOTING"

The basic salary of a civil engineer is around 29,000 dollars. The salary is not taxed in this country so it actually is more than it seems.

The Oresund Bridge is a Cable-stayed bridge. The primary difference between a suspension bridge and a cable stayed bridge is the load bearing structure.

In suspension bridges, this is the cable itself, which transfers the load into large structures set into the earth at the ends of the bridge.

In the cable stayed bridge design, the load is taken primarily by the bridge towers.

A more detailed explanation of the differences is available in the related link.

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Cement is just the powder used to make mortar and concrete. Mortar has sand in it.

Truss bridges are made up of triangles which are quite stable since all loads are carried mostly in tension/compression and not bending. Long members may not be stablebecause of buckling in compression, butt most truss designs will account for that.

S.NoItems PROPOSED MIX DESIGNM10M20M25M30M35M401Cement(OPC)2303203503804204202Coarse Aggregates320mm705721710680645634412mm4103783744044304535Manufactured Sand8407977857537167256Admixture11.82.22.633.67W/C0.720.50.460.430.40.38

Steel is heavier than concrete for the same volume, however steel buildings are generally lighter.

This is because steel buildings utilize high strength of steel, so volume of steel in steel buildings is much smaller than volume of concrete in concrete buildings.

In another words in steel buildings much less volume of material is needed for the same strength compared to concrete buildings.

Yes, it is possible to install granite tiles over existing ceramic tile flooring, but it requires proper preparation and consideration. The ceramic tile surface should be thoroughly cleaned, and any loose or damaged tiles should be repaired or replaced. The surface should be level and free from any residue or debris. Applying a bonding agent or primer can improve adhesion. It's important to note that adding granite tiles will increase the height of the floor, so door clearances and transitions may need adjustment. Consulting with a professional installer or contractor can ensure proper installation and address any specific requirements or challenges.

3.4 lbs/ft or 5.06 kg/m

Basically, you have to practice a lot. You could begin by practicing to do the bridge by walking down a wall with your hands. Then walk back up. Keep practicing this. Later, you can try doing the bridge (without a wall) on your bed (our your mom's). After a while, you can do a proper bridge!

traffic, gawking, accidents, slows...

bridges are made to cross the rivers by train.

1. Gravel occupies about 70-80% of the volume of concrete.
2. It makes concrete economical
3. Strength of the concrete is determined only by the gravel. i.e., the body of the concrete.
4. Property of concrete determined by the type of aggregate used.
5. Shrinkage is less when larger size aggregate is used.
   

Roof eave is the overhang portion of the roof or the distance from the outerside of the wall to the edge of the roofing.

1. Measure the work-ability of cement.

2. Determining the quality test of cement.

karnataka 2nd sem Diploma in Engineering question papers

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Portland cement is used to make concrete. And concrete is what we build things with. No large structures could exist without it, and concrete is used even in the construction of most smaller structures - like houses. Concrete forms a foundation or footing for most structures in modern societies. And aside from its use in concrete, cement is used in motar for applications in masonry. We also make stucco out of it, and stucco is an exterior finish for many homes and small structures. Additionally, most "regular" grout for tile and stonework is made from cement. The "fuzzy" term infrastructure includes roadways. Imagine roadways with no concrete. How about influent and effluent waterways? Most of these are built with concrete. We could go on, but we'd be here all day. Concrete is all around us. We just don't see it unless we look for it. Start looking and thinking about it and see what you can see.

According to the Encyclopaedia Britannica, the person credited as being the first to describe themselves as a civil engineer was the British man, John Smeaton, born in 1724.

He also founded the Society of Civil Engineers in the UK.

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B. E civil engineering means bachelor of Engineering in civil engineering discipline and Diploma is 3 yr course in civil engineering discipline. Diploma Engineering course equivalent to 12th class in indian and B. E is equivalent to Graduate course.

Diploma Engineering course equivalent to 12th class in indian and B. E is equivalent to Graduate course.

Taking a thin length of wood or similar, place end of wood to the front inside of the front tyre where it meets the floor. Lift wood until it is just below bottom of front skirt or whatever is the lowest point on the vehicle in front of the wheel. Hold in this position and measure the angle of the bottom of the wood to the floor. This is done at the front inside of the tyre. Calculate height required and length required of ramp to maintain this angle. This is the ideal slope for the ramp.

The answer is, remarkably, 6. Answer: "6 sack" or "6 bag mix" has six bags of cement per cubic yard of concrete mix. Since each sack/bag contains 94 lbs of dry cement, this equals 564 lbs of cement per cubic yard of concrete.

In an arch bridge, the weight is distributed along the curve of the arch, transferring loads to the supports at each end. The arch shape allows the forces from the weight of the bridge and any additional loads (like traffic) to be converted into compressive forces that push outward and downward. This distribution minimizes tension, making the structure stable and efficient in handling both static and dynamic loads. The design effectively directs stresses to the ground through the abutments, ensuring stability.