Building with Fire in Mind: The Importance of Fire Resistance Design
Fire is one of the natural forces of destruction. When it comes to structural design, fire is an important element…
HOW TO DESIGN AN ENERGY EFFICIENT HOUSE
Modern housing requires cost effectiveness and energy efficiency in terms of functionality and maintenance. This is comes from the growing…
INTRODUCTION TO BRIDGE DESIGN
Bridges are some of the most ancient structures invented by man. From simple logs placed across a river to modern…
BASICS OF BOLTS CONNECTIONS
Bolts are a form of threaded fasteners with nuts ,and are used to connect two or more parts together. In…
BUILDING DESIGN PART 2: DESIGN OF COMPOSITE SLABS
What is a composite slab? A composite slab is a unidirectional slab in which concrete is poured over a corrugated…
BUILDING DESIGN PART 2: HOW TO DESIGN RC SLABS
Slabs are horizontal structural elements that form the floor system of a building. The main purpose of the slabs is…
FIVE THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT HYPERLOOP TECHNOLOGY
Today, the world is looking towards technologies to improve and simplify life, and the hyperloop is one such technology. The…
INNOVATION AT ITS BEST: TOP TEN EXPOs FOR ENGINEERS
In the world of engineering, the innovation keeps everyone on their toes. It is therefore important to know what’s new…
5 WAYS DRONES ARE USED IN CONSTRUCTION AND WHY YOU SHOULD GET ONE FOR YOUR PROJECT
Drones (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) have several mainstream practical applications. From logistics to surveillance and security, their applications keep on growing.…
HOW 3D PRINTING IS CHANGING THE BUILDING INDUSTRY
3D printing ( also known as Additive Manufacturing(AM) ) is one of the exciting developments in the modern age. The technology…
