Method of Population forcast and Population Projection

Population prediction is a very important aspect in environmental engineering that helps in determination of certain factors that helps in future planning and for accurate determination of the certain requirement in future.  The current population of any society can be estimated with census where as future predictions can be obtained with trends and knowledge of … Read more

What are Groundwater Zones, Aeration, Saturation, Pheratic Zone, Vedose Zone

Groundwater is enormous and significant source of fresh water that owns huge share regarding water requirement of humans. Soil being a porous and non-porous medium allows movement of water through interstices and pores through various phenomenon. In terms of groundwater hydrology, the underground soil water is classified in to two basic zones:- a) Zone of … Read more

What is influence line Diagram? difference between bending moment diagram and influence line diagram

Concept of Influence line was developed by Winkler in 1867. Influence Diagram concept is used for analysis of structures that are subjected to variable or moving loads. Structures like bridges, culverts and even roofs of a house is also such structures that have live and moving loads. Definition Influence line is defined as; “a graph … Read more

What is Wobble Coefficient in post tensioning system?

Post tensioning structures are used in the design of buildings, bridges, and other structures with great tensile strength. There are several different types of materials used to make these structures, including steel cables and bars, high-strength steels, concrete, or fiberglass with or without steel fibers. When the material is put under tension during construction (or … Read more

Download The Wiley Dictionary of Civil Engineering and Construction by L.F. Webster

The definitions in the book have been compiled to be of use to those working in a wide range of professions related to civil engineering and trades involving architecture, engineering, surveying building, heavy construction, forestry, surface and open-pit mining, and public works.  \”Download The Wiley Dictionary of Civil Engineering and Construction\” @import url(https://fonts.googleapis.com/css?family=Oswald:700); Title of … Read more