What Is Rainwater Harvesting? Rainwater harvesting (RWH) is the collection and storage of rain, rather than allowing it to run off. Rainwater is collected from a roof-like surface and redirected to a … [Read more...]
Standard Proctor Vs Modified Proctor | Modified Proctor Test | Modified Proctor Compaction Test | Modified Proctor Test Procedure
Introduction of Modified Proctor Test Bearing capacity of the soil is one of the most important factors which should be considered during the construction of any structure or building. Before … [Read more...]
Introduction of USCS | USCS Classifies Soils into Two Broad Categories
Which test gives a better estimation of the friction angle? Usually, the economics of the project dictates the type of test you would use for the determination of the friction angle. Nonetheless, … [Read more...]
Core Cutter Method | What is Compaction of Soil
What is Compaction of Soil? compaction of soil is area compacted by mechanical method for remove air voids in compacted soil this area of soil called compaction of soil Why Use the compaction of … [Read more...]
What Is Rock Cycle | Types of Rocks | Processes in the Rock Cycle | What Are the Steps of the Rock Cycle | Uses of Rocks in the Construction
Introduction of Rock Cycle Steps Rocks are one of the most common materials found on Earth. The Earth is made up of Rocks. The rocks are composed of different types of mineral grains which is … [Read more...]
What Is Transported Soil | Transported Soil Definition | Classification of Transported Soil | Residual Soil and Transported Soil
What Is Transported Soil? Soil is formed through the process of weathering of the rocks. Soil is a natural resource which is present on our earth. Weathering of the soil is the physical … [Read more...]
Difference Between Footing and Foundation | What is Footing and Foundation
What is Footing? Foundation Definition: The footing is generally supporting columns and may be round, square, or rectangular at a plan and in section. They may be of the slab — stepped or sloping … [Read more...]
What Is RQD | Advantages of Rock Quality Designation | Limitations of Rock Quality Designation (RQD)
Introduction of RQD In Civil engineering, different parameters are used to characterize the Quality of the rocks. Evaluation of the Mechanical Properties of the rocks and Characteristics of rocks … [Read more...]
What Is Soil Compaction | Different Types of Soil Compaction Equipment
What Is Soil Compaction? Soil compaction occurs when soil particles are pressed together, reducing the pore space between them. Strongly compacted soils contain few large pores, less total pore … [Read more...]