Types of Slope Failures
The Constructor
DECEMBER 30, 2018
An earth Slope or soil slope is an inclined surface of soil mass and it can be either natural or man-made. Different types of slope failures and.
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What is Slope Failure – Its 4 Types | Causes | Effects & Prevention of Slope Failure
Learn Civil Engineering
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021
What is a Slope? The incline angle of the surface is called slope. The slope is the evaluation of the inclination of a line or a segment of a line that is attached with the two points. The slope of a line is assigned to the ratio of the quantity that y extends as x […].
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What are the Causes of Slope Failure?
The Constructor
JULY 25, 2020
Soil instability is the inclination of soil for upward, lateral, or downward movement due to natural factors like pore water pressure, cracking,
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CAUSES OF FAILURE OF GROUND SLOPES
The Constructor
MARCH 24, 2013
An exposed ground surface that stands at an angle with the horizontal is called slope. Slopes are required in the construction of highway and railway.
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Which of the Following Is a Way That Slopes Fail | Types of Slope Failure | Geotechnical Failures | Types of Slopes in Geography | Causes of Slope Failure | Slope Stability
CivilJungle
JANUARY 23, 2021
What Type of Slope Failure Is Shown in This Figure? Which of the Following Is a Way That Slopes Fail? Pieces of rock accumulated on Talus slope until angle becomes too steep. Soil & other loose materials can flow rapidly down-slopes, forming debris flows. Types of Slope Failure. Flow Failure.
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Rooftop skylight replacement considerations
Construction Specifier
MARCH 5, 2022
Operational performance failure. Some examples of failures include fogged insulating glazing units (IGUs) (Figure 1), air and/or water leakage, and unmanaged condensation on the interior side of skylight components. Before committing to design decisions, it is important to understand the cause of the skylight failure.
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Soil Nailing: Advantages and how is it installed
Civil Engi
MAY 26, 2021
It is used for slopes, retaining walls, excavations, and many more to make it firm. The faces of steep slopes are usually protected by shot-firing cable and mesh for temporary works and by either cast-in-place concrete or prefabricated panels for permanent applications. This thing provides stability to the steep soil slope.
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How to Calculate Steel in RCC Slab
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 26, 2021
Which of the Following Is a Way That Slopes Fail | Types of Slope Failure | Geotechnical Failures | Types of Slopes in Geography | Causes of Slope Failure | Slope Stability.
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Common causes of downfalls of Dam Structures
Construction Cost Estimating
FEBRUARY 9, 2018
Generally dam failures are happen rarely but can do huge damage and loss of life, it happens as the dam structures are constrained to horizontal loading from the water head behind. Overtopping: It is happen when water slopping over the top of a dam and become a reason of dam failure. Water Violating. Variation in temperature.
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What Is a Retaining Wall | Types of Retaining Walls | How Retaining Walls Work | Retaining Wall Detail | Retaining Wall Anchoring Retaining Wall Systems
CivilJungle
MARCH 24, 2021
Where the soil is the slope , and the ground can’t resist naturally there, the retaining wall is constructed to resist the soil. In retaining walls due to gravity, the retaining walls are constructed to prevent the tendency of the retained material to move down the slope by proper design and installation. Green Retaining Wall.
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COMMON STRUCTURAL FAILURE CAUSES
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 19, 2011
Most lessons in engineering decision making come from the cases of histories of failures of structures, which itself are the results of a bad judgement, thus making us understand the pitfalls in conceptual design. From these experiences from past, the common causes of structural failures are understood.
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Hip Roof Vs Gable Roof | What Is Gable Roof | What Is Hip Roof
CivilJungle
MAY 13, 2021
This type of roof also called a pointed roof or sloped roof is one of the most common designs. A side gable consists of two sloping sides of equal length, gathered in a ridge along the top. The lengths, heights, and slopes may be identical to the two sections of the roof or may differ from each other. What Is Gable Roof?
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#115: Ushering In the New Building Codes
NH Construction Law
JULY 12, 2022
It will be hard to argue that a builder’s failure to comply with the newer code he chose to follow was negligent if his construction would have met the prior code he could have chosen. This problem would disappear if courts treated a failure to meet applicable building codes as merely evidence of negligence, not as negligence per se.
Boyles Construction Cited in Trench Cave In
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 19, 2015
The violations included failure to: provide protective helmets, provide a safe means to exit the trench, maintain excavation material at least two feet from the edge of the excavation, and create slopes or steps along the sides of the trench to prevent a collapse.
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48 Concept of retaining wall designing
Construction Cost Estimating
AUGUST 31, 2018
The design of retaining wall is based on the following mode of failures: Retaining Wall Mode of Failures 1. Overturning: The retaining wall under overturning failure easily collapses in bending. The walls shift outer with a passive failure of soil ahead of foundation and active failure of soil back the wall.
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New IBC rules for insulation in unvented enclosed roof framing assemblies
Construction Specifier
JULY 2, 2020
Low-slope and steep-slope unvented roof systems ( i.e. insulation and air barrier are applied directly to the underside of the roof deck) are common in applications where designers are seeking cost-effective and energy-efficient roof assemblies. Photo © BigStockPhoto.com. by Anthony J. Nicastro, PE, and Megan A. Toumanios, PE.
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Civil Engineering Software | List of Civil Engineering Software | List of Engineering Software
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 17, 2021
GeoStudio is an integrated software eligible for modeling slope stability, ground deformation, and warmth and mass convey in soil and rock. #3b. Which of the Following Is a Way That Slopes Fail | Types of Slope Failure | Geotechnical Failures | Types of Slopes in Geography | Causes of Slope Failure | Slope Stability.
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Different Types of Pavers for Driveways
CivilJungle
MARCH 2, 2022
Also, Read: Which of the Following Is a Way That Slopes Fail | Types of Slope Failure | Geotechnical Failures | Types of Slopes in Geography | Causes of Slope Failure | Slope Stability. Pool decks. Different Types of Pavers for Driveways.
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STRUCTURAL DEFECTS OF FOUNDATIONS AT CONSTRUCTION.
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 1, 2011
Insufficient steps in strip foundation on sloping ground. Soft-spots in sub-soil Foundation settles due to insufficient support from sub-soil. Cracking in walls above affected section of foundation. Building may slide or creep in case there is soil erosion. Displacement movement of building or section of building. Cracking in walls.
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What Is Defects in Painting | 18 Types of Defects in Painting | How to Prevent Defects in Painting
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 28, 2021
If not corrected, mildew will continue eating the existing paint away, causing eventual paint failure in the affected areas. Also, Read: Which of the Following Is a Way That Slopes Fail | Types of Slope Failure | Geotechnical Failures | Types of Slopes in Geography | Causes of Slope Failure | Slope Stability. #13.
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SOLING UNDER FLOORS & FOUNDATIONS
The Constructor
AUGUST 16, 2012
After compaction, give the required slope or level and dense sub-base and the surface should present clean look. Excess murrum if any over the surfaces should be removed. The surfaces should then be watered and consolidated with mechanical or sufficiently heavy wooden tampers and log-rammers.
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What Are Hollow Bricks | Advantage of Hollow Bricks | Disadvantage of Hollow Bricks | Sizes of Bricks Blocks | How to Make Hollow Bricks
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 16, 2021
Which of the Following Is a Way That Slopes Fail | Types of Slope Failure | Geotechnical Failures | Types of Slopes in Geography | Causes of Slope Failure | Slope Stability.
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Plinth Area Meaning | Plinth Area Definition | What Is Plinth Area | Plinth Area Rate | Plinth Area Estimate | How to Calculate Plinth Area of a Flat
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 27, 2021
Which of the Following Is a Way That Slopes Fail | Types of Slope Failure | Geotechnical Failures | Types of Slopes in Geography | Causes of Slope Failure | Slope Stability.
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What Is Oblique Drawing | Oblique Drawing Examples | What Is Oblique View | Oblique Projection | Oblique Shape | Cabinet Oblique | What Is Cavalier Drawing
CivilJungle
JANUARY 27, 2021
Also, Read: Which of the Following Is a Way That Slopes Fail | Types of Slope Failure | Geotechnical Failures | Types of Slopes in Geography | Causes of Slope Failure | Slope Stability.
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TYPES OF CRACKS IN CONCRETE BEAMS
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 8, 2011
Cracks due to compression failure in beams Tweet Loading GET LATEST TOPICS IN YOUR EMAIL- SUBSCRIBE NOW. Cracks in concrete beams due to corrosion or insufficient concrete cover 3. Cracks parallel to main steel in case of corrosion in beams 4. Cracks due to increased bending stress in beams 5.
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What Is Underwater Concrete | Advantage & Disadvantage of Underwater Concrete | Application of Underwater Concrete | How Do They Pour Concrete Under Water
CivilJungle
MARCH 5, 2021
But increasing the pipe and then lowering or rising the concrete leakage implies the failure of the seal , and as such the flow of concrete must be controlled constantly and cautiously. The bulging flow is preferred as it pushes the concrete evenly, leading to less laitance deformation with flatter slopes. Flow Pattern for Termine-.
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What Is Sheepsfoot Roller | Advantage & Disadvantges of Sheepsfoot Roller | Application of Sheepsfoot Roller | Design of Sheepsfoot Rollers
CivilJungle
MARCH 4, 2021
Which of the Following Is a Way That Slopes Fail | Types of Slope Failure | Geotechnical Failures | Types of Slopes in Geography | Causes of Slope Failure | Slope Stability.
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What Are Differences Between Shear Slump and Collapse Slump in Slump Test?
CivilJungle
APRIL 19, 2021
Slump is massive disposal that occurs when a pile of compacted material or a layer of rock travels a short distance down a slope. Causes of landslides include earthquakes, complete wetting, freezing and thawing, grounding, and slope loading. Movement is seen by sliding across the concave-upward or planar surface. What Is Slump?
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Shoring, Underpinning and Scaffolding
The Constructor
DECEMBER 21, 2011
Shoring Techniques Raking Shore Raking Shores consist of one or more timbers sloping between the face of the structure to be supported and the ground. RECOMMENDED FOR YOU Deflection and Slope in Cantilever Beam at Different Load Conditions Close A wall-plate is typically used to increase the area of support. All rights reserved.
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PUNCHING SHEAR
The Constructor
MARCH 23, 2012
One possible method of failure is that the load punches through the slab. Thus, the failure mechanism is by shear, hence the name is punching shear. This same type of failure could also happen in another way. Eventually the slab will fail.
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9 Types of Curing | What Is Curing of Concrete | Why Curing Is Important | Minimum Curing Period for Concrete Cement | How Long Does It Take for Concrete to Dry
CivilJungle
MARCH 1, 2021
As the hydration reaction in the concrete heats up and keeps the concrete hot, utilizing cold water only about 50 C mostly on concrete will contribute to cracking and failure. Water colder than 50C isn’t really appropriate for the curing of concrete. Also, Read: Curing In Construction | Concrete Cure Time | Methods of curing.
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Subways in America
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 11, 2011
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Soil Hydrometer | What Does a Hydrometer Measure | How Does a Soil Hydrometer Work | How to Read Hydrometer | Use a Hydrometer | Advantages & Disadvantages of Hydrometer
CivilJungle
OCTOBER 29, 2021
Which of the Following Is a Way That Slopes Fail | Types of Slope Failure | Geotechnical Failures | Types of Slopes in Geography | Causes of Slope Failure | Slope Stability.
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Introduction to Finite Element Methods-The Book-Part-2
The Constructor
JANUARY 14, 2012
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CONNECTIONS FOR PRECAST FLOOR SLABS
The Constructor
APRIL 2, 2012
To prevent this short of failure occurring, the slab must be tied to the beam. The bearing length should be atleast 75mm to avoid spalling of the edges. Connections in Hollow Core Slab: The problem with hollow core slabs is that there is no projecting reinforcement in the slab, so a frictional tie is required.
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What Is Recycled Concrete Aggregate | Importance of Recycled Concrete Aggregate | Crushed Concrete Driveway Pros and Cons
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 3, 2022
Which of the Following Is a Way That Slopes Fail | Types of Slope Failure | Geotechnical Failures | Types of Slopes in Geography | Causes of Slope Failure | Slope Stability.
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What Is Stone | Classification of Stones | Application of Stone | Advantages of Stone | Disadvantages of Stone
CivilJungle
MARCH 6, 2021
Which of the Following Is a Way That Slopes Fail | Types of Slope Failure | Geotechnical Failures | Types of Slopes in Geography | Causes of Slope Failure | Slope Stability.
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Soil Hydrometer | What Does a Hydrometer Measure | How Does a Soil Hydrometer Work | How to Read Hydrometer | Use a Hydrometer | Advantages & Disadvantages of Hydrometer
CivilJungle
MARCH 5, 2021
Which of the Following Is a Way That Slopes Fail | Types of Slope Failure | Geotechnical Failures | Types of Slopes in Geography | Causes of Slope Failure | Slope Stability.
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What Is Kelly Ball Test | Test Procedure of Kelly Ball Test | Use of the Kelly Ball | Advantages of Kelly Ball Test | Disadvantages of Kelly Ball Test
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
Which of the Following Is a Way That Slopes Fail | Types of Slope Failure | Geotechnical Failures | Types of Slopes in Geography | Causes of Slope Failure | Slope Stability.
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Fineness Modulus of Fine Aggregate | Fineness Modulus of Coarse Aggregate | Sieve Analysis of Fine Aggregate | Sand Zone Classification
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
Which of the Following Is a Way That Slopes Fail | Types of Slope Failure | Geotechnical Failures | Types of Slopes in Geography | Causes of Slope Failure | Slope Stability.
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Deshuttering Time | When to Remove Concrete Forms | Concrete Formwork Removal Time | Earliest Time to Remove Concrete Forms | When To Strip Concrete Forms
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 10, 2021
Also, Read: Which of the Following Is a Way That Slopes Fail | Types of Slope Failure | Geotechnical Failures | Types of Slopes in Geography | Causes of Slope Failure | Slope Stability. Permanent support intervals are greater than 20 feet , it will take 10 days to 7 days. Type of Formwork.
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What Is ACP | Types of ACP | Applications of ACP Sheet | Why Choose ACP Sheet | Uses of ACP Sheet | Advantages & Disadvantages of ACP Sheet
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 8, 2021
Also, Read: Which of the Following Is a Way That Slopes Fail | Types of Slope Failure | Geotechnical Failures | Types of Slopes in Geography | Causes of Slope Failure | Slope Stability. Why Choose ACP Sheet? No product will be as lightweight as the ACP Sheets are.
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52 JOINTS IN PRECAST CLADDING
The Constructor
AUGUST 23, 2012
From the diagram below it can be seen that if any water manages to penetrate the sealant, its progress through the joint would be stopped by upward slope. Most between-panel joints will act as movement joints. They allow the natural movement to take place without stressing the cladding panels.
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TYPES OF CRACKS IN REINFORCED CONCRETE SLABS
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 8, 2011
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