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Types of Foundations in Building Construction

November 29, 2024November 29, 2024 Muyeen Mubarak

The foundation of a building is quite important as it supports the main structure and helps to make it stable and strong. Hence, choosing the right type of the foundation is very important so that a combination of site conditions, loading conditions, and design limitations are appropriately addressed. In this article, we explore the types of foundations in building construction, their uses, and recommendations for creating dependable structures. Foundation – An Overview A foundation is defined as the lowest part of a structure which is usually below ground level. Its…

How to Decide the Position of Columns in a Building Plan? | Structural Planning | Civil Tutor

November 22, 2024November 22, 2024 Muyeen Mubarak

After getting the architectural plan of a building, one of the most important tasks for a structural engineer is to determine the position and orientation of columns. This decision impacts the layout of beams, slabs, stairs, and the selection of footings. In this article, we will explore how to decide the position of columns in a building plan during structural planning. 1. Column Placement at Corners and Intersections One common practice is to place columns at or near the corners of a building, as well as at the intersections of…

Reinforcement lapping zone in column-Civil Tutor

November 22, 2021December 4, 2024 Muyeen Mubarak

Reinforcement lapping zone in column: The standard length of reinforcement bars is 12 meters, as we all know. If the span of a structural member, such as a beam or column, needs to be increased beyond the usual length of the reinforcement bar, we must also raise the length of steel bars by adding extra reinforcement bars. If the straight bars are added end to end, there is a risk of steel sliding out of concrete, which can be avoided by overlapping the bars. The goal of overlapping of reinforcement…