What are the parameters affecting the design of column baseplates?

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A: Brief concept introduction- Composite Material- These materials are made up of two or more materials…

Q: Which is higher flexural resistance or cleavage resistance? And why?

A: The flexural strength of a material is defined as the maximum bending stress that can be applied to…

Q: Reinforcing Structural Concrete Slabs

A: Solution Introduction A reinforced concrete slab is the structural part of the building. The…

Q: Select the proper plastic material for various construction applications?

A: Plastic material- These materials are defined as a type of material that is synthetic and…

Q: horizontal reinforced concrete beam? In a vertical column? Does concrete need reinforcement more…

A: In a horizontaly reinforced beam the steel reinforcement is used to resist the tensile stresses. For…

Q: What is the meaning of tablet lamination and capping? How are these related to compression force?

A: Tablet lamination and capping:

Q: What does shrinkage temperature steel do? Where is it used?

A: The shrinkage temperature steel generally prevents cracking in concrete structures, as due to…

Q: How to conduct a rebar tensile strength test?

A: Introduction : A sample is typically tugged to its breaking point in a simple tensile test to…

Q: Distinguish between hardening and setting?

A: Brief concept introduction- Hardening and setting are the terms related to the cement.

Q: How does strain hardening and initial imperfections affect the strength of columns

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A: Before understanding the function of steel in concrete let's first understand what is plain…

Q: Is concrete better in supporting compressive loads or tensile loads?

A: The reason is in the structure. Concrete is made up of collection of materials aggregates types,…

Q: How to determine the size, number, spacing and location of the flexural and temperature…

A: Answer:- Reinforcing bar: Reinforced concrete in modern days widely used versatile composite…

Q: What are major synthetic-resin varnishes?

A: The synthetic varnish replaces the natural varnishes. Followings are the major varnishes:

Q: Based from color, what is the major indicator wether a reinforcing steel bar is weldable or not?

A: There are a few ways to tell the difference between grades of steel rebar. One of the easiest is to…

Q: Discuss Selection and Sizing of Anchor Bolts

A: Solution: When anchoring, the general rule is that the embedded depth  should be at least 4 diameter…

Q: What resins are used to produce plastic pipe?

A: Resin are material which is used for production of plastic. Resin are not durable but the plastic…

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A: Grader is a heavy machine which used in the road construction .

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A: We know that grouting is generally used to fill the voids or  space between the two surfaces so that…

Q: List all required code of practice in designing reinforced concrete structural

A: Certain codal provisions are followed for the design of reinforced structural members. Codes are…

Q: NSCP 2015 What is the maximum spacing for (1) primary reinforcement & (2) shrinkage/temperature…

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Q: 3. List and discuss the five main types of defects in timber.

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Q: What are the Tensile Properties of Composites?

A: Tensile properties of composites are important for the designing and performance analysis under the…

Q: What are some characteristic features of aluminum extrusions, and what is the function of each?

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Q: Explain the unit weight of 25 mm Steel Bars ?

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Q: (structural analysis) Calculate and draw: FBD, NFD, SFD and BMD.

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Q: Discuss the different types and properties of reinforcing steel bars a. Steel grade designation and…

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Q: Available steel grades in the philippines and their corresponding properties. ALSO GIVE ALL THE…

A: Structural Steel is a  category of steel used for making construction materials in a variety of…

Q: Give two examples for church composites are used for non- structural applications

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Q: Different types of composite decking and their usages

A: Composite decking- Composite decking is also called as wood-plastic and it is an alternative to…

Q: Discuss the application of plywood in the construction industry

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Q: Enumerate and explain the basis of each of the design philosophies in structural steel design. Make…

A: Design philosophies for design of steel structures.  Design philosophies are nothing but designing…

Q: Question 7 Please explain the terms "load factor" and “strength reduction factor" used in the ACI…

A: Given data: Load factor. Strength reduction factor.

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