Foundation Engineering – The Constructor https://theconstructor.org Thu, 13 Jan 2022 17:20:32 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://i0.wp.com/theconstructor.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/cropped-The-Constructor-favicon-tinified2-1.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Foundation Engineering – The Constructor https://theconstructor.org 32 32 181067336 Grillage Foundation: Types, Construction, and Advantages https://theconstructor.org/building/grillage-foundation-types-construction/560853/ Thu, 13 Jan 2022 17:20:30 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=560853 Grillage foundation consists of one or more tiers of beams (steel or timber) superimposed at right angles to each other on a concrete layer to disperse load over an extensive area. This type of foundation is generally used for heavy structural columns, piers, and scaffolds where the foundation is expected to disperse heavy loads over […]

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]]> 560853 What are the Criteria for Selection of Dewatering Methods? https://theconstructor.org/geotechnical/criteria-for-selection-of-dewatering-methods/560158/ Sat, 18 Dec 2021 17:53:09 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=560158 Dewatering is the process of removing excess water from saturated soil to facilitate the excavation process and create safe working conditions. Various dewatering methods can be employed during excavation works to facilitate construction operations. The selection of suitable dewatering techniques could help avoid the extra costs and complete the project within the designated time frame. […]

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]]> 560158 What are the Indications of Problems in the Foundation of Residential Buildings? https://theconstructor.org/geotechnical/what-are-the-indications-of-problems-in-the-foundation-of-residential-buildings/553736/ Sun, 16 May 2021 05:15:15 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=553736 Foundation is one of the most vital elements of a structure as its safety and performance affect the entire building. Any kind of negligence during the construction of foundations would mean compromising the safety and serviceability of the building. Therefore, it becomes important to understand the indications that point towards foundation issues so that a […]

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]]> 553736 Rongjiang Bridge: The World’s Longest Bridge of Rigid Girder and Flexible Arch https://theconstructor.org/case-study/rongjiang-bridge-worlds-longest-rigid-girder-flexible-arch/360020/ Thu, 15 Apr 2021 05:29:52 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=360020 The Rongjiang Bridge is a part of the Xiamen-Shenzhen high-speed railway route constructed in the Jieyang City of Guangdong Province, China. It is the longest bridge in the world with a main span of 660 m between two flexible steel arches and rigid girders. Rongjiang Bridge is considered the most challenging long-span bridge that has […]

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]]> 360020 San Marco Bell Tower: Foundation Reconstruction of the Tallest Structure in Venice https://theconstructor.org/case-study/san-marco-bell-tower/361352/ Sat, 10 Apr 2021 17:16:04 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=361352 San Marco Bell Tower, the tallest structure in Venice, was first constructed around 800 years ago. Located in Piazza Public Square, the tower is among the most distinct symbols of the city. Venetians call the tower “il paron di casa” (the landlord, the master of the house) as it was constructed to guard the dock […]

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]]> 361352 Tower Bridge: Construction Features of the World-Famous Symbol of London https://theconstructor.org/case-study/tower-bridge-construction-london/352917/ Sat, 20 Feb 2021 15:46:57 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=352917 The construction of Tower Bridge started in 1886 and was opened to public in 1894. The bridge is renowned for its two primary glaring towers constructed on the waterway docks. It has two more modest towers on the shore abutments through which the suspension chains are connected. Key features: The span of Tower Bridge, including […]

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]]> 352917 How to Avoid the Effects of Expansive Soil on Buildings? https://theconstructor.org/geotechnical/avoid-expansive-soil-effects-buildings/409740/ Sat, 06 Feb 2021 17:02:09 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=409740 Several measures like construction of deep piers, soil replacement, keeping moisture at a constant level, chemical soil stabilization, use of void forms can be adopted to avoid detrimental effects of expansive soil on structures and their foundations. One or a combination of these preventive methods can be considered while planning construction over expansive soil. The […]

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]]> 409740 Crosshole Sonic Logging Pile Test for Foundation Integrity https://theconstructor.org/geotechnical/crosshole-sonic-logging-pile-test-foundation-integrity/77956/ Tue, 05 Jan 2021 17:37:17 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=77956 Crosshole Sonic Logging (CSL) is one of the most accurate pile integrity tests to determine the integrity of deep foundation elements. CSL sends ultrasonic pulses through the concrete from one probe to another probe present in a pile and detects the structural integrity based on the received waves. It is mainly used for the integrity […]

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