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Pile Load Test

The estimation of pile load capacity and settlement under a load is based on the results of field investigations, laboratory testing and the empirical and semi-empirical methods. These estimated values should then be confirmed by field pile load tests. Pile load tests, in practice, are normally executed in two alternative ways: 1. Test Pile Preliminary …

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Specification for Transporting and Placing Concrete

Concrete drop during vertical placement shall not exceed 2.5m. For heights greater than 2.5m, the Contractor shall pour concrete through enclose chutes or access hatches, details of which shall be approved by the Engineer. This must comply with four main requirements, namely: It must be rapid so that the concrete does not dry out, lose …

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Structural Engineering Drawings in Building Construction

Drawings are prepared by structural engineers acting as consultants as part of the tender documentation. The architects are involved in the preparation of the site and other general arrangement plans. Drawing to Scale A 1:50 and 1:100 scale can be used for the floor plan of a building, both in architectural and structural layouts. A …

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Nanotechnology in Civil Engineering

Nanotechnology in Civil Engineering, Nanotechnology is an enabling technology that allows us to develop materials with improved or totally new properties” It is rather an extension of the sciences and technologies already developed for many years ,to examine the nature of our world at an ever smaller scale. Nanotechnology is the use of very small particles of …

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Major Types of Construction Projects

Construction Projects are grouped into four types: Building construction, Infrastructure Construction, Industrial Construction and Special-purpose projects. Construction projects are commissioned either publicly, by a municipal agency for example, or privately by a property owner. Building Construction Building Construction is a largest segment of construction. Building can be divided into two categories that are residential building and commercial buildings. Residential …

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