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Do you need to remove the ads? Join now! Recent Posts Feed Most Visited Posts Recent Questions Most Answered Polls Recent Posts Feed Most Visited Posts Recent Questions Most Answered Polls Discy Latest Articles Basic Concepts of Stability of Structure What is stability of concrete structures? Stability of concrete structures is a crucial concept in structural engineering and has been defined in various ways by different authors and researchers. Generally, it refers to the ability of a structure to recover ... Share This Article Facebook Floating Caissons In many urban centers worldwide, the demand for land and space is rapidly outpacing supply, a trend not exempting maritime hubs. The relentless expansion of commercial maritime traffic and activities in seaports, driven by the surge in international trading, has ... Share This Article Facebook Best Practices in Construction What is Best Practice in Construction Best practices in construction encompass the standard and meticulously planned approaches followed within the construction industry to ensure optimal outcomes and profitability. These practices may take the form of policies, procedures, or comprehensive systems ... Share This Article Facebook QUALITY REQUIREMENT OF ADMIXTURE Quality Requirement of Admixture Admixtures play a pivotal role in enhancing the performance and properties of concrete. When considering the compatibility of admixtures with concrete, several quality requirements must be met to ensure optimal functionality and durability. These requirements encompass ... Share This Article Facebook 16 Types of Pipelines and their Construction Method A pipeline represents a complex network of pipes meticulously designed to transport fluids such as oil, natural gas, or other petroleum-based products over extensive distances, primarily underground. This vital infrastructure, which traces its roots back millennia to the movement of ... Share This Article Facebook Methods of Installing Pile Foundations The installation process and methods of pile foundations are critical components of any construction project, paralleling the importance of the design process. Careful consideration and selection of installation methods and equipment are essential to prevent damages to the piles and ... Share This Article Facebook Permeability of Concrete and Factors Influencing It The permeability of concrete is a critical property that governs the rate at which fluids penetrate into a porous solid. It is primarily determined by the size and connectivity of pores within the concrete matrix, as well as the complexity ... Share This Article Facebook How to Estimate Duration of Activities in Construction All formal scheduling procedures rely upon estimates of the durations of the various project activities as well as the definitions of the predecessor relationships among tasks. The...