Saturday, April 30, 2016

Units of measurement

The International System S.I. of units is used. The primary units are the following:

Friday, April 29, 2016

Lap-splices in columns

 
In multi-storey buildings it would be ideal if each of the column’s longitudinal rebars could be placed as one single piece throughout the structure’s entire height. This however cannot be accomplished for practical reasons therefore, the length of the longitudinal rebars is equal to the height of each storey.

Wednesday, April 27, 2016

Aerated Concrete



A Type of Concrete that You Haven't Heard About it: Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (ACC)

Aerated Concrete is a precast alternative to substitute CMU. Also known as Autoclaved Aerated Concrete, is a lightweight material with great thermal properties.