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It is very critical o join new concrete with old concrete. If there is no proper joining of the old and new slab, then there may be leakage between the joining area. Here I will show you the Safe Procedure for Joining new concrete to old concrete Slab as an example. The process remains the …
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This article is especially for the Equation of Continuity in the 3D cartesian co-ordinate system and the Derivation of continuity equation in cylindrical coordinates. But let us describe some basic knowledge about fluid which makes it easier to understand the integral form of the continuity equation. What is equation of continuity? Continuity equation in 1D …
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What is a non load bearing wall? The wall which is constructed just for partition of the area and separate the rooms on the floor is known as non load bearing wall. Sometimes these types of walls are used for decorative purposes. It does not bear a load on it. Non-load bearing walls are constructed …
What is a spandrel beam? The spandrel beam and edge beam are the same. As their name suggests, edge beams are provided at the edge side of the building’s structure. Spandrel beams are provided at the level of the slab. It can be counted to know the total number of floors of the multi-story buildings. …
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There are different types of sand having different densities. The weight of sand per cubic foot depends on the density of sand. We can calculate the weight of different types of sand by the standard formula which is given by, Weight of sand = Volume of sand x Density of sand From the above formula, …
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What are load bearing walls and non load bearing walls? Load Bearing Walls A load bearing walls is a wall that supports the weight of a floor or a roof above. They support the weight of floor joists or roof trusses that are typically running in the opposite direction above. These are the walls that …
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Slabs are the most essential structural member which provides the platform to withstand dead load as well as a live load to the structure. Slabs are used as the roofs of the buildings, decks in bridges, top, and bottom of the tanks, staircase, etc. There are different types of slabs, they can be solid, ribbed, …
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What is pier and beam foundation? Pier and beam foundation is that foundation that is made up of the combination of the pier and beams. Piers are attached with a beam and go below the soil to make the structure stable. It is also called post and beam foundation. Piers helps to join all the …
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Concrete is a mixture of different ingredients like cement, sand, aggregate, and water. When they are mixed with each other, it begins to harden with time. The strength of different grades of concrete depends upon the proportion of different ingredients used in the concrete. When cement is increased in the right amount its strength increases. …
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What is mix design of concrete? Mix design of concrete is the process of selecting suitable ingredients like cement, sand, and aggregate with proper proportions relative to each other. It helps to prepare the concrete in an economical way as well as improve the strength, workability, and durability of concrete. Principles of concrete mix design …
Read moreMix design of concrete for Grade M35, M30, M25, and M20 using IS Code