Introduction of Pile Cap:The pile cap is a type of thick concrete mat-like structure which rests on the pile (timber or concrete) which gives a stable foundation to the whole system. This … [Read more...]
Piling for Foundation | Use of Pile Foundation | Characteristics of Pile Foundation
What Is Foundation? All engineered construction work resting on the earth must be carried by some interfacing element called a foundation.The foundation is part of an engineered system that … [Read more...]
What Is Pier Foundation | Types of Drilled Piers | Advantages and Disadvantages of Drilled Pier Foundations
What Is Pier Foundation?A pier foundation is a collection of large diameter cylindrical columns to support the superstructure and transfer large super-imposed loads to the firm strata below. It … [Read more...]
What Is Shoring In Construction | Type of Shoring
What Is Shoring In Construction? Shoring is the process of temporarily supporting a building, vessel, structure, or trench with shores (props) when in danger of collapse or during repairs or … [Read more...]
What Is Bridge Pier | Type of Bridge Pier
Introduction of Bridge Human beings have been constructing bridges for about four thousand years.The oldest and still existing bridge in the world is perhaps the Zhaozhou Bridge in Hebei Province … [Read more...]
