Timber undergoes various processing and treatment before it is finally used for building construction applications. Processing of timber from start to end involves 4 major processes, namely&nbsp;Felling of Trees,&nbsp;Seasoning of Timber, Conversion of Timber and Preservation of Timber. <!--Ezoic - Under Title - under_page_title--> <!--End Ezoic - Under Title - under_page_title--> This ..read more

Potholes are holes or little pits formed in roadways mainly caused due to the effects of extreme traffic load and water penetration. The process of restoring the pavement by filling the potholes is called patching.&nbsp;Potholes can be formed in both asphalt and concrete pavement. In both cases, the major causes of potholes are extreme wear and tear due to heavy traffic, extreme weather ..read more

Infiltration wells are shallow discontinuous wells that are constructed along the banks of the river in water-bearing strata, and water is tapped for water supply. Hence, the main purpose of an infiltration well is to infiltrate water in-ground and conserve the unconfined aquifer.&nbsp;Infiltration wells are also called interception wells, as they are sunken wells that are constructed to ..read more

In an era where environmental consciousness is at the forefront of global conversations, the concept of green building has emerged as a beacon of hope for a more sustainable future. But what exactly is a green building, and why is it becoming increasingly vital in the realm of construction?"A green building enhances its environment's quality through sustainable construction and features ..read more

Dampproofing is performed to keep out the soil moisture or dampness from the building structure, while waterproofing is applied to keep moisture and liquid water away and from damaging the building structure. The American Concrete Institute (ACI 515.1) and the International Residential Code (IRC) mention waterproofing and dampproofing as follows. <!--Responsive--> (adsbygoogle ..read more

In reinforcement detailing of concrete, it is very important to keep an order in which a bar is fixed. The bars that are used are numbered appropriately as per the placement in the drawings and the schedules kept. Different bar bending schedule format can be followed by the construction industry. The British standard schedules and Indian standards are explained below. The Indian standard ..read more

Subsurface sources of water are underground water sources that are used as a water supply system. These are mostly used for water supply by employing certain construction technologies to extract water from their main source i.e. groundwater.&nbsp;All subsurface sources of water must be utilized so that they are not depleted or polluted. The major subsurface sources of water are generally found on ..read more

Parametric is a term used in mathematics, where para means "beside" and meter&nbsp;comes from metron&nbsp;which means "measure". Parametric define a particular system by identifying a feature, characteristic or measurable factor in that system.&nbsp;Beijing National Stadium, 2008For better understanding, a parametric equation is defined by the relation between parameters and variables. For ..read more

We know that the invention of the wheel between 3500-5000 BC changed how we travel. Roman roads were a big deal for today's roads. When people say "All roads lead to Rome," it shows how important they were. Later on, the French, British, and modern macadam roads came along.In this article, we will discuss the development of highway roads through history, mentioning the important features of each ..read more

Cover blocks are definite-sized spacers that are used to lift and hold the reinforcement bars at the required cover distance in the R.C.C. structure. We know the importance of providing nominal cover for reinforced concrete structures. Hence, cover blocks are used to maintain the required cover between the reinforcement bars and the outer surface of the concrete surface to ensure durability and ..read more