IS Specifications for prestressed concrete
The code of practice for prestressed concrete is IS:1343-1980. In this post some of the very important specifications which one should keep in mind before going for design of prestressed
reinforcement detailing
What is a floor slab and why detailing is required for a slab?
Yes floor slab, we normally don’t give so much attention to design a floor slab. Floor slab is also called as base slab. But in some cases the floor slab
Steps involved in design of a two way slab | IS 456: 2000?
Designing a two-way slab according to the guidelines set forth in IS 456:2000 is a crucial skill for civil engineers and aspiring students in the field of structural engineering. Two-way
Steps involved in design of a one way slab | IS 456: 2000?
Slabs are one of the important structural element of a building. It helps to transfer the various floor loads to the beam, then through columns , last to foundation of
Reinforcement – Is it needed in concrete ?
As I have already mentioned concrete is good in compression and is bad in tension. So it is very much required there should be something which will resist the tensile
How are column ties different from beam stirrups?
Even though both appear to be same physically the difference lies in their intended function. Ties The term tie is used to define the transverse reinforcement provided in column where