How to Estimate Preliminary Sizes of Concrete Elements?
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 15, 2020
Estimation of preliminary sizes of concrete elements is crucial for the design of structural concrete elements. Initially, the designer has to.
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Concrete Slab Thickness Calculator
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AUGUST 7, 2023
What Is a Concrete Slab Thickness Calculator? A Concrete Slab Thickness Calculator is a tool used in civil and structural engineering to estimate the required thickness of a concrete slab for a given design load, span length, maximum allowable deflection, […]
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DECEMBER 25, 2011
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Engineers (Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical) Civil engineers focus on the design and maintenance of infrastructure. Structural engineers design and analyze structures for stability and safety. Estimators Analyze project blueprints and specifications to estimate labor, materials, and equipment costs.
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Engineering Libraries – An exclusive construction app for Civil & Structural Engineers
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JANUARY 24, 2016
LetsConstruct, the leading developer of various android based engineering apps, is the creator of Engineering Libraries. It is a useful construction app for Civil & Structural Engineers to collect information for the construction industry.
Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures – An exclusive ebook for civil & structural engineers
Construction Cost Estimating
FEBRUARY 22, 2016
Subramanian has written an exclusive ebook alias “Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures”. This construction ebook is intended to fulfill the requirements of the students who desire to register their names with the undergraduate civil and structural engineering programs.
RCC Column Design ? An exclusive mobile based app for civil and structural engineers
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JUNE 14, 2018
RCC Column Design is an exclusive app for civil and structural engineers. There are several fields in the app which range from Factored Axial Load (kN), Length (mm), Width (mm), Concrete Strength (M15, M20 and M25), Steel Strength (HYSD 415, HYSD 500). This app is available in google play store. The app is very user-friendly.
RCM ACI-Builder Is A Useful Construction Program For Structural Engineers
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MARCH 13, 2016
RCM ACI-Builder is the newest construction program for structural engineers. They can use this software to create the design of various types of reinforced concrete members in accordance with ACI318M-11 code. This adaptable construction software can provide perfect guidance to the structural engineers to master ACI Code.
CE CALC – An exclusive online calculator for Civil and Structural Engineers
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MARCH 23, 2017
CE Calc Civil Calculator refers to a useful construction tool for civil engineering calculation. It is specifically designed for the civil and structural engineering professionals so that they fulfill their design requirements. Concrete Floors: Design of concrete floor slabs-on-grade using the UFC method.
16-Hour Structural Engineering (SE) Practice Exam for Buildings (STBDPX3), 3rd Edition – An exclusive book for civil engineering students
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NOVEMBER 21, 2017
Schuster,SE, PE and Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) have jointly written an exclusive construction e-book known as 16-Hour Structural Engineering (SE) Practice Exam for Buildings (STBDPX3), 3rd Edition. The book is available in paperback version and contains 184 pages.
EXPOSURE CONDITIONS AFFECTING DURABILITY OF CONCRETE
The Constructor
AUGUST 10, 2012
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Civil Engineering Marvels- 5 Tallest Skyscrappers
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FEBRUARY 27, 2012
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Journal of Environmental Engineering
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DECEMBER 14, 2011
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Journal of Construction Engineering and Management
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DECEMBER 20, 2011
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EdiLus-RC – A powerful software for concrete design & reinforced concrete structural calculation
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AUGUST 29, 2018
EdiLus-RC is an exclusive software for making perfect concrete design that deals with structural calculations toward new and subsisting buildings in reinforced concrete by means of the most simple and effective SMART BIM object input. The first structural calculations BIM software for reinforced concrete buildings.
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REPAIR OF POST CONCRETING DEFECTS IN STRUCTURES
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MARCH 20, 2012
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247 Structural Design of ASDIP Concrete
Construction Cost Estimating
MAY 4, 2018
ASDIP Concrete is a set of modules which are fully devoted for the design of concrete members like beams, columns and walls depended on the newest ACI 318 specifications. These specifications can explain the time wasting calculations in any type of structural engineering office; while this ASDIP Concrete 3.1.7v
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Concrete Calculator for construction
Construction Cost Estimating
JANUARY 1, 2015
Concrete calculator is a device of estimation. This handy estimator would simple needs measurement of feet and inches of length, width and depth of slab to entre for final measurement. A user can differentiate concrete amount and material cost. It is important to fit the structural strength of the building.
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40 Some useful guidelines for repairing of concrete
Construction Cost Estimating
DECEMBER 24, 2018
The longevity of modern concrete is maintained for a prolonged period when the concrete is proportioned and arranged at the construction site in a perfect manner. Under such circumstances, it is essential to repair concrete quickly as possible. Under this test, a hammer or large metal is used to the surface of the concrete.
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Basics of Construction Engineering
Construction Cost Estimating
JANUARY 11, 2015
Construction engineering is a significant sub-discipline. It is included in of civil engineering which has several applications. Technique : The civil engineering techniques caught up in the construction sector engineering consists of survey, cost estimation and scheduling.
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Some useful tips on reinforced concrete design
Construction Cost Estimating
DECEMBER 20, 2018
While designing the reinforced concrete members, it is necessary to check the steel reinforcement in jobsite prior to arrange concrete. Besides, ensure the concrete foundations, beams, columns, etc. Often, it is observed that steel beam stirrups employed in reinforced concrete design, are not installed properly.
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45 Formwork for Concrete Structures - An exclusive e-book for construction engineers
Construction Cost Estimating
MAY 12, 2015
Formwork for Concrete Structures - An exclusive e-book for construction engineers Garold (Gary) Oberlender and Robert Peurifoy have jointly published an exclusive e-book alias Formwork for Concrete Structures. The book contains total 544 pages and available in kindle edition.
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10 Signs of Bad Concrete Pour
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JUNE 25, 2021
Introduction of Signs of Bad Concrete Pour. Concrete is one of the most widely used building materials in our construction industry. It is very important that concrete should be pulled into the mould with proper precaution and care otherwise, we will not get the desired strength of concrete. What Is Concrete?
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52 Design various types of reinforced concrete members with RCM ACI-Builder Software
Construction Cost Estimating
DECEMBER 3, 2015
RCM ACI-Builder Software is a simple tool for structural engineers to design several types of reinforced concrete members with adhering to ACI318M-11 code. This useful structural engineering software can produce comprehensive design output report involving complete formulas and explanatory figures.
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SHEAR WALL - ITS TYPES AND POSITIONING
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MARCH 23, 2012
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Some vital points to make saw cuts in concrete
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JANUARY 10, 2019
The purpose of saw cuts is to make control joints in concrete to facilitate managing cracks which may occur because of shrinkage. The cuts should be created at a predetermined spacing and only as soon as the concrete has attained adequate strength but prior to internal cracking starts.
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Some Useful Guidelines for Concrete Slab Design in Visual Analysis 9.0
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MARCH 29, 2016
Jon Lovgren, the Engineer at Beaudette Consulting Engineers , Inc., has presented a useful construction video that shows how to create the design of a concrete slab with Visual Analysis 9.0, a powerful software for structural engineers. import from spreadsheet or other tools, and BIM.
How to design a singly reinforcement concrete beam with RCM
Construction Cost Estimating
FEBRUARY 15, 2016
This construction video shows the functionalities of RCM, a handy software for designing singly reinforcement concrete beam. The complete detailed reports transform RCM design engine to an open book, so the engineer can smoothly certify and authorize them.
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LIMIT STATE DESIGN: (A Text-book of Reinforced Concrete Structures)
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FEBRUARY 21, 2019
Roorkee), Professor of Structural Engineering has written an exclusive e-book alias LIMIT STATE DESIGN: (A Text-book of Reinforced Concrete Structures). students in different branches of engineering. system of units and new code IS: 456-1978 are fully utilized in the text.
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40 Introduction to Finite Element Methods-The Book-Part-2
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JANUARY 14, 2012
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Kimley-Horn, Fortune Magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For, is looking for a licensed Structural/Civil (Bridge) Engineer
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FEBRUARY 12, 2015
Kimley-Horn , the leading design consulting firm which is positioned as one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For, is seeking a licensed Structural/Civil (Bridge) Engineer on full time basis. Professional Engineer. Professional Engineer. The location of the job will be Dallas, Texas.
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The high cost of low maintenance
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JUNE 14, 2023
This article will identify the primary causes of engineering failures, define proactive versus reactive maintenance, recognize the reasons for deferred maintenance, and identify the financial and safety risks related to deferred maintenance. The longer maintenance is deferred, the more the structure deteriorates.
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Build a concrete slab footing of modern buildings
Construction Cost Estimating
SEPTEMBER 18, 2014
A concrete slab is a common structural element of modern buildings. Horizontal slabs of steel reinforced concrete, typically between 100 and 500 millimeters thick, are most often used to construct floors and ceilings, while thinner slabs are also used for exterior paving.
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Introduction to Finite Element Methods-The Book-Part-1
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JANUARY 14, 2012
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Construction Cost Estimating - Untitled Article
Construction Cost Estimating
AUGUST 18, 2020
As engineers, we plan fortified concrete members and frequently we are approached to watch the steel reinforcement in field before the concrete is set. We must ensure the concrete establishments, beams, segments, and so forth are fabricated the manner in which they were structured.
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52 Brief overview of Reinforced concrete and its various advantages
Construction Cost Estimating
JANUARY 9, 2015
Reinforced concrete alias RCC is recognized as the most useful construction materials amid AEC sectors. It contains steel at its base and is enclosed by concrete. Now-a-days most of the building structures are constructed with reinforced concrete. building structure civil engineer concrete construction materials'
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New technology in earthquake engineering to resist collapsing of the structures
Construction Cost Estimating
JUNE 8, 2018
It is the big challenge for the structural engineers to develop earthquake resistance structures. An Earthquake resistant structure should have the capacity to resist abrupt ground shaking to reduce the damages to the structure.
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PUNCHING SHEAR
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MARCH 23, 2012
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151 Some useful design and analysis software for engineers
Construction Cost Estimating
MAY 1, 2017
This construction video provides the detailed lists of most recognized design and analysis software for Civil Engineering. The lists include the following :- Bentley Staad Pro – It is used for 3d structural analysis and design. Use this software to generate structural models quickly and intuitively devoid of long learning curve delays.
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How to set up windows in concrete wall
Construction Cost Estimating
AUGUST 1, 2019
If the function of specific spaces is changed or lights are necessary in garages or basements, the windows should be installed in concrete wall. One side of the shuttering should be uncovered initially till the concrete is placed. The shuttering should then be secured for half of the opening and concreting is finished.
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40 COMMON STRUCTURAL FAILURE CAUSES
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NOVEMBER 19, 2011
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GRIDFORM™ Is An Advanced Concrete Reinforcing System For Vehicular Bridge Decks
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MAY 6, 2016
GRIDFORM™ refers to a superior concrete-reinforcing system supported with prefabricated fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) double-layer grating and fundamental stay-in-place (SIP) form specifically designed for vehicular bridge decks. The lightweight GRIDFORM™ panel measures only 4.7 pounds per square foot.
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40 Introduction to Finite Element Methods-The Book-Part-4
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JANUARY 12, 2012
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ANALYSIS OF SHEAR WALLS
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MARCH 23, 2012
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