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Q: Sedimentation tank is used for a flow rate of 0.2 m3/s and has dimensions 32m x8m x4m. The density o...

A: Given: Flow rate, Q = 0.2 m3/s Length, L = 32 m Width, B = 8 m Depth, H = 4 m Density of particles =...

Q: What do you mean by intergranular?

A: I Intergranular is a term that is used to indicate that an angular space is occupied by a crystal be...

Q: Determine the magnitude of force at the pin A and in the cable BC needed to support the 500-lb load....

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Q: A precast T beam is to be used as a bridge over a small roadway. Concrete dimensions are be = 48 in....

A: Calculate the effective width of the beam as follows: Select the least value from the above values....

Q: Describe about the body wave.

A: The seismic wave that travels through the interior of the earth is termed as body waves. The seismic...

Q: Determine the maximum force F that can be supported in the position shown if each chain can support ...

A: Consider the free body diagram shown below. Here, TAB is the tension in the spring AB and TAC is th...

Q: Describe about the Strength Properties for Analysis—Clay and Mixed Soils.

A: A material 's strength is described as being the greatest stress it can withstand. When the stress e...

Q: The dimensions of a jib crane, which is manufactured by the Basick Co., are given in the figure. If ...

A: Consider the following free body diagram:

Q: . What is the authority of the architect or engineer to initiate, estimate, negotiate and execute co...

A: Architect-engineering contracts and construction involve both contracts and contract modifications n...

Q: Why is the contractor, required to submit all data through the field office and not directly to the ...

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Q: 16-57. The pipe asscmbly consists of three equal-sized pipes with flexibility stiffness El and torsi...

A: Draw the deflection diagram of member CB. We know that for a cantilever beam with point load at fre...

Q: Determine the magnitude of the projection of the force F1 along cable AC.

A: Given Data: The magnitude of force IF1I=70 N. The magnitude of force IF2I=40 N.

Q: Explain the procedure of well points.

A: Well point drainage includes building a tightly spaced row of tiny wells in diameter across an explo...

Q: What is the Inelastic Axial Deformation?

A: In-elastic axial deformation:  

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Q: What are the factors of change order preparation?

A: Change orders are among the most common forms of construction delays, budget overruns, driving scope...

Q: What are the benefits of digital video cameras in construction?

A: The digital video camera helps in capturing live motions in the cameras from the vicinity where the ...

Q: Determine the force in members DC, HC, and HI of the truss, and state if the members are in tension ...

A: Consider the free body diagram of the truss shown below. Here, Fy is the vertical reaction at point...

Q: Describe the Assembly of atoms forming the basic clay mineral sheet silica tetrahedron.

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Q: Determine the second moments with respect to x- (hori- zontal) and y- (vertical) axes through the ce...

A: Given data: T beam section                   The given section is symmetrical about y axis.  ...

Q: A compacted sample of soil with a bulk unit weight of 1300 kg/m has a water content of 40%. Assume G...

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Q: Provide reasons why field plate-loading tests performed at a planned construction site may give erro...

A: Plate Load Test method is used to measure the bearing capacity and the settlement of the foundation....

Q: Why do the contract change need evaluation?

A: An agreement which follows the law is known as contract. The contract in construction is mutual or l...

Q: 12-39. The double-web girder is constructed from two plywood sheets that are secured to wood members...

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Q: The block brake is used to stop the wheel from rotating when the wheel is subjected to a couple mome...

A: First, we draw the free-body diagram of the wheel.                   Now we draw the free body diag...

Q: Draw the free-body diagram for the following problem. The rod shown.

A: Following is the free body diagram of the given beam:

Q: apparent cohesion,

A: Before we start the discussion, first we define the what is cohesion, adhesion and surface tension C...

Q: Can a bar chart be more appropriate than time-scaled precedence?

A: Bar Chart: The bar chart or the Gantt chart is a project management tool used for scheduling of the ...

Q: Describe the five-step project initiation process?

A: Five steps for project initiation process : STEP 1- Conception and initiation phase STEP 2- Definiti...

Q: Name the three main classes of rock and describe how they originated.

A: The three main classes of rock based on the mode of origin are as follows: Igneous rocks. Sedimenta...

Q: What is drilled-shaft foundation?

A: - Drilled shaft foundation is also known as Drilled Pier foundation, Bored Pile foundation, Cast-In-...

Q: How does the water molecules become attracted to the clay particles?

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Q: Determine the deflection curve, the length, and the maximum tensionin the uniform cable shown. The c...

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Q: Define the term Shop Drawings?

A: A shop drawing is a drawing required by a construction contract to be submitted by the contractor to...

Q: What are the Effect of Changing the Surface Grade?

A: - Grading of surface is the method of maintaining a level base  with or without a specified slope fo...

Q: Why do the Building codes often require a structure to be designed to support various combinations o...

A: - A building code is a rule book which contain all the guidelines regarding the construction of any ...

Q: The cable supports the three loads shown.Determine the sags yB and yD of points B and D. Take P1 = 4...

A: Consider the following diagram:

Q: A short reinforced concrete column is subjected to a 1000 kN axial compressive load. The moduli of e...

A: a) Calculate the area of percentage cross-sectional area of steel and concrete.

Q: What logic is provided by the four Fundamental Principles in Engineering?

A: The 4 Fundamental Principles in Engineering are : 1- Honesty and Integrity 2- Respect for life, law,...

Q: The form is used to cast a concrete wall having a width of 5 m. Determine the equivalent resultant f...

A: First, we draw the free body diagram of forces acting on the wall        

Q: The composite plate is made from both steel (A) and brass (B) segments. Determine the mass and locat...

A: Consider the following diagram having the division of element A into two parts:

Q: Define hydrogeology.

A: Hydrogeology:

Q: Represent each of the following quantities in the correct SI form using an appropriate prefix: (a) 0...

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Q: Q1- : Water flows out of a lake into steep slope wide rectangular channel (n = 0.017) as shown below...

A: Consider the diagram shown below. It Is given that there is a rectangular channel with n=0.007. Ass...

Q: What does the Test instrumentation measures and records of Statnamic test?

A: The Statnamic Axial Load Test is used for testing of the piles with reference to applied load and co...

Q: What are the Effects of Surface Tension?

A: The force that held the surface molecules together is called surface tension. The external force is ...

Q: Draw the shear and moment diagrams of the beam(a) in terms of the parameters shown; (b) set M0 = 500...

A: Consider the following free body diagram:

Moments

There are various practical applications of the concept of moments, like a rotation of the crank due to linear motion of the piston, the moment of inertia and its use in designing beams and columns, bending moment concept, torque, twisting moment, etc.