Determine the water absorption of coarse aggregate

@import url(http://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Oswald:700); The limit of water absorption by coarse aggregates is determined so as to calculate the appropriate amount of water to be added to the concrete mix, thus modifying the water cement ratio. A bone dry aggregate would necessitate, while for wet aggregate water contents should be reduced. \”Determine the water absorption by coarse … Read more

Download Rock Slope Engineering & Civil and Mining by Duncan C Wyllie & Christopher W Mah [PDF]

A variety of engineering activities require excavation of rock cuts. In civil engineering, projects include transportation systems such as highways and railways, dams for power production and water supply, and industrial and urban development. In mining, open pits account for the major portion of the world’s mineral production.  The dimensions of open pits range from … Read more

Civil Engineering Subjects

Civil Engineering is regarded as mother of all engineering disciplines, not just because it gives birth to other engineering disciplines but also because it explains and allows utilizing the principles of other disciplines of engineering.  Know more about What civil engineering is, what civil engineers do here \”Civil Engineering is more of a practical education … Read more

Waste & Recycled Materials in Concrete Technology

@import url(http://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Oswald:700); Recyclying of concrete is a unique concept. It is never discussed before. A very comprehensive & small presentation is pasted here.  \”Concrete Recyclying cuts down the cost.\”   The presentation will help you to develop an understanding about:           Concrete Recycling           Importance & Method of recycling           Recycled materials from concrete waste. … Read more

Practical Civil Engineering Works Questions and Answers by Vincent T.H. CHU

Working in the field as a civil engineer is sometimes very challenging. The diversity in the conditions and nature of job from project to project varies. The extent of variation is such that even if you belongs to one major category like transportation engineering your every single project will have hundreds of unique happenings and … Read more