Designing one way slabs: An example

One-way slabs are crucial in structural egg., serving as essential components in building and infrastructure construction. Their primary function is to transfer loads from the superstructure to the supporting elements

An introduction to slabs

Slabs, in the field of civil engg., play a pivotal role in the design and construction of various structures. They are imp. parts that provide strength, and functionality to residential

What are the types of base isolation devices

In our previous post, we studied various techniques to reduce earthquake effects on structures. We will explore different types of base isolation devices that are commonly used in building engg. In

Factors affecting development of bond stress

Bond stress plays a crucial role in the behavior of R.C.C. structures. It refers to the force per unit area acting on the bond interface between the steel and the

Why we should go for water softening ?

If you use a water heater, you may have noticed scaling buildup over time. The same issue can occur in pipes as well. The cause of these problems is hard

Does water color indicate the presence of pollutant ?

Pure water is an inorganic compound composed of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom. It is colorless, tasteless, and transparent. However, in nature, pure water is rarely found because

What is water supply engineering ?

It is the branch of Engineering that deals with the development of source, treatment of water, and distribution system of water. But why is it necessary? Since the very beginning

What are the different types of welded joints ?

In our previous post, we explored different types of steel shapes. However, when it comes to transferring loads from one component to another, connections play a crucial role. These connections

What is water hardness and its types

Have you ever face challenges in lathering with soap or detergent? But sometimes with the same soap and detergent, you may create a large amount of foam or lather. That

Does Precipitation only mean Rain?

Rain is the first thing that comes to our mind when we think of precipitation. But there are several others forms of precipitation along with rain. Among factors like temperature,