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Expert 1
Name – Er. Gobind Khurana
Qualification:
1. Bachelor of Civil Engineering From Thapar University Patiala
2. Master of Structure Engineering from Delhi University.
Work Profile: Currently working as Consultant for structural problems in R.C.C and STEEL Design.
Expert 2
Name – Er. Abhimanyu
Qualification:
Bachelor of Civil Engineering From Thapar University Patiala
Training at site in Unitech ( during 6 month summer training)
Work Profile : Presently working as associate design engineer for Fluor Daniel India Pvt Ltd. Area of work is structural steel design and concrete foundations for both static and dynamics analysis ( mainly in oil and gas industry)
Expert 3
Er. Vincent T. H. CHU obtained the degree of civil and structural engineering in the University of Hong Kong. He is the author of the monthly column “The Civil FAQ” in the Hong Kong Engineer published by the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers and is the author of the civil engineering monthly columns “The Civil Q&A” and “The Civil Corner” on the websites on World Federation of Engineering Organization and the University of Science and Technology (American Society of Civil Engineers – International Student Group) respectively. He is the recipient of the Ombudsman’s Award 2007 under complaint-related category and Young Engineer of the Year Award 2008 (Merit) organized by the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers. He is also the author of the engineering book “200 Question and Answers on Practical Civil Engineering Works”, “Civil Engineering Practical Notes A-Z” , “Ask Vincent Chu (Common FAQ on Practical Civil Engineering Works)” and “The Underlying Reasons in Practical Civil Engineering Works”.
So if you have any query regarding the concerned matter, just drop a comment and we will try to solve it as soon as possible.
How can one avoid reflectional cracks on a bituminous paved concrete road that occurs at the joints.
im a 4th year civil engineering student currently taking my design subjects as well as my under grad thesis.. i actually want experimental approach in my undergrad thesis specifically for material testing.. now i want unique topic.. somehow finding topics seems to be the hardest part of it.. we suppose to have our proposal defense this upcoming week.. so, i need suggestions and if it possible please indicate the source or reference.. im looking forward for positive and immediate response.. thank you..
sir i am first year student of M.Tech in structural design,from cept university ahmedabad…
sir i have to do one project on ”strengthening of structure with ordinary reinforcement” for subject repairs and rehabilitation of structure….
sir please give me some material related to this and case study for the same.thank u
Hi..I m a second year student at nit silchar,india..I wanted more information on the concept of designing structures on the basis of the human body anatomy..so that they resist earthquakes better..
How to evaluate the strength of existing flexible pavement with simple techniques
sir i m an engineer in PWD department. i want to know thta is there design mix is necessary for V C C (1:1.5:3) concrete.
1:1.5:3 is actually M20 for which design mix is not required as per IS456:2000
Sir, i am presently working in a tankages project, my question is if in the foundation’s(ring beam rcc) there is approx 30% honeycombing on the surface , how it can be repaired ? is it cost effective?
Avoiding Honeycombing
• Do not place concrete over 4″ slump-for a higher slump, use a high range water reducer admixture.
• Improve compaction during concrete placement.
• Deposit concrete as uniformly and vertically as possible. A Tremie may be required to reduce free fall.
• Decrease the lift height for more efficient vibration.
• Insert the vibrator more frequently.
• Vibrate as close to the form face as possible.
• Be sure to vibrate through each lift.
• Minimize delays between lifts.
• Use a super-plasticized concrete if the reinforcing or the section’s design restricts vibration.
• Adjust the concrete mix proportions by decreasing coarse aggregate and increase sand content.
• Consider air-entrained concrete.
• Check the tightness of joints in the forms. Be sure to secure all form joints.
• Look for grout leakage through openings in the formwork.
Sir,
I would like to know the level preciseness which can be acheived in vaccum dewatered flooring. And also I would like to know is there any specification for the levels of the VDF floor,
sir, am an civil engineering 3rd year student. i want to know what is meant by pre-stressing and post-tensioning.Also their impacts and effects on erections.
“hi experts, i have i query about my house in my house have a r.c.c. porch 15feet x 6 feet laying on four column (250mm x 250 mm) 15 feet span has filled with brick porch beam ( 250mm wide x depth is 350mm along with slab ) beam have only four 10mm bar tie with 6mm bar @150mm is it possible to construct 6 feet high parapet brick wall above slabe any suggetion please”
Can you please provide me with the difference of concrete between the 75 mpa and 40 mpa with a thrown hardener and liqui hard densifier. I am trying to sell a job and they wanted the 75 mpa but i was told by several companies that there would be no difference if i used a hardener over the 40 mpa. its a industrial building being converted into a food processing plant and we are doing sloped drains each side measuring only 15′ wide going from 8″ to 5″ sloped towards the drains. I would appreciate sme answers as i would prefer to work with the 40 as it’s easier for finishing. I think that another company sold them on the 75 mpa due to the higher costs and im trying to save them money and get this job, thank you , Luiza Placha
Dear, What the acceptance concrete cube compression strength testing for concrete grade C35?
can we use fly ash in P.T. slab concreting. Can we give construction joint in P.T. slab
Sir , We just completed six major bridges construction on dousa jaipur route.in piles reinforcement we put a pressure or can say bonding ring of 16 mm dia. for binding the cage of 12 m length main bars. can you give us some technical reason for this reinfocement.I am very thakfull to you if you have a trchnical reason for that, thank you sir
sir, i m consulting civil engineer, i want the notes about how to design rcc column beam and slabs for single storey and double storey building.
Sir, I want to know the thumb rule to calculate the amount of any concrete design i.e. m15,m20,
sir i’m shahanth civil engg. student
i want know the tests used for finding the tensile strength of concrete… and its value, factors affecting the tensile strength of concrete , how to improve concrete tensile strength, while design any structure why all ignore the t.strength plzzz clarify my doubt…………..
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Please help, where do i find my elastic modulus values where i have a cube strength of 625kn. I understand there is a table in eurocode 2 but i cant seem to find it. Thanks
Sir, i want to know of the alternative materials to sand for construction purposes
To Veronica,
It depends on the purpose of sand in that construction materials. If sand is used for drainage purpose (e.g. in reclamation works), it can be replaced by geotextile filters or granular fill to fulfill the purpose.
require factors for preparing preliminary estimate based on plinth area of a 14- storey rcc framed structure building Thanks in advance