Installation Process of Ground Anchors The entire procedure which is adopted for installation of a ground anchor is described below in steps. Step: 1 First of all, Holes of the required size are drilled with the help of a drill rig etc., at the locations selected for the installation of anchors. The depth of the … Continue reading Installation Process of Ground Anchors
Category: Foundation Engineering
6 Purposes of Soil Exploration
Purposes of Soil Exploration Soil exploration is a very important phase in the development of any structure. Although it costs a little more. But it's favourable because it clears all doubts about the behaviour of the foundation. Following are the 6 purposes of soil exploration or site investigation: 1. To determine the proper safe bearing … Continue reading 6 Purposes of Soil Exploration
8 Objects of Foundation
Objects of Foundation Foundation is provided for the following objects: 1. The foundation helps to distribute the loads(live load and dead load) which comes from the superstructure, on a large area of subsoil, thus the intensity of the loads does not overcome the safe bearing capacity of the soil below the foundation. 2. Foundation increases the stability of the structures … Continue reading 8 Objects of Foundation
Shuttering in Construction
Shuttering in Construction The shuttering shall be of approved dressed timber of well seasoned wooden boards, to give a smooth and even surface and the joints shall not permit leakage of cement grout. The timber shall be free from loose knots, projected nails, splits, adhering grout or other defects that may mar cement surface of … Continue reading Shuttering in Construction
Method of Brick Flat Soling in Foundation Trenches
Brick Soling The method of brick flat soling is very easy, in this process, the brick is laid into the foundation trenches. For Brick Soling, skilled workers are not required. Method of Brick Flat Soling in Foundation Trenches ⇰ Picked Jhama or second class bricks in dry condition shall be laid on the foundation bed as … Continue reading Method of Brick Flat Soling in Foundation Trenches
6 Difference Between Shallow And Deep Foundation
6 Difference Between Shallow And Deep Foundation Following are the 6 difference between shallow foundation and deep foundation: Shallow Foundation 1. Depth of the shallow foundation is equal to or less than its width. 2. In shallow foundation, the load is transferred to the soil at a relatively small depth. 3. These foundations are constructed … Continue reading 6 Difference Between Shallow And Deep Foundation
Depth Of Soil Exploration For Different Footings Foundation as per IS:1892
Depth Of Soil Exploration For Different Footings Foundation as per IS:1892 Depth of soil exploration for the different foundations is as follows: