Land Survey Basice
Surveying is an old technique that has advanced from the use of simple measuring instruments to the use of modern precise instruments. GPS map …
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What are Deep Rock, Confined, and Fractured Aquifers?
An aquifer is a geological water bearing formation that contains or conducts water. The term aquifer is normally limited to the formations that are …
Continue ReadingDesign and Materials for Low Cost Housing for Earthquake Resistance
Earthquakes present one of civil engineering’s most complex challenges. They typically strike without forewarning and impact every aspect of a …
Continue ReadingGuide to Road Traffic Safety Barriers - Teaching Road And Safety Signs
Life is precious, and should not be wasted by road accidents. Use of the road safety features and proper driving may prevent road accidents. The roads …
Continue ReadingHow do Infrared Paint Removers Work?
Paint removal is a technique that requires special skill to prevent damage to the surfaces from where paint is removed. The traditional methods for …
Continue ReadingTraditional External Front Doors
There are several kinds of door styles and materials that are being used for modern houses. The door selection is influenced by the type and style of …
Continue ReadingWhat is Hydroplaning? Hydroplaning Designs
Vehicle control during hydroplaning requires special techniques that are different from normal driving on the road. The brakes should not be applied …
Continue ReadingIntroduction to Sand Making Machines for Silica Sand
Sand making is important for the construction industry, foundry, and other applications. Sand is produced by a sand making plant that is a complex …
Continue ReadingSurface Mining For Construction Aggregates: Rock Quarries, Sand And Gravel Pits
Construction aggregates have been a source of civil engineering raw material for centuries, as have the rock, sand, and gravel quarries that produce …
Continue ReadingSoil Mechanics in Geotechnical Engineering
Soil mechanics is the study of soil and the factors such as bearing capacity, pore water pressure, and effective stress, to name a few, that make soil …
Continue ReadingThe Basics of Rail Road Track Design, Stresses, and Operation
Rail transport is the most important medium of transportation across the globe. Railways not only carry passengers, but they also carry goods, …
Continue ReadingAdvantages of Metal Roofing for Residential Use
Metal roofing materials are being used extensively due to their durability, ease of installation, and other favorable characteristics. If the metal …
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