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Parametric modeling (or parametric design) is the creation of a digital model based on a series of computer-generated rules or algorithms, known as...

If the estimated settlement of a building exceeds the allowable settlement, then the designer can choose the following methods to cope with the...

If the estimated settlement of a building exceeds the allowable settlement, then the designer can choose the following methods to cope with the...

Civil and mining engineering projects usually include heavy demolition and excavation activities that lead to the formation of excavated rock slopes....

Mjøstårnet (pronounced:/mæo-stâr-nɛt/) is the tallest timber building in the world. It is a big step towards the adoption of green construction as it...

Researchers have developed a groundbreaking process for multi-material 3D printing of lifelike models of the heart's aortic valve and the surrounding structures that mimic the exact look and feel of a real patient.

A new study shows how two responses in separate locations inside plant cells work in concert to help corn plants respond to heat stress. The research was made possible by the Enviratron, an innovative plant sciences facility at Iowa State University that utilizes a robotic rover and highly controlled growth chambers.

Follow the Fine Homebuilding Podcast on your favorite app. Subscribe now and don’t miss an episode: Help us make better episodes and enter for a chance to win an FHB […] The post Podcast 275: Making do without PT, Wasting Paint, and Staging High Work appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

In this month’s BS* and Beer Kansas City online meet up, Travis, Joe, and the gang invite a Passive House builder from New York and a rocket scientist from Lawrence […] The post Insulating Foundations for Thermal Performance and Durability appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

The Midwest Building Science Symposium will be held September 16, 2020 at Boulevard Brewing Company from 9:30am-6:30pm and will draw a national audience made up of similar professionals in addition […] The post Register for the Midwest Building Science Symposium appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Follow the Fine Homebuilding Podcast on your favorite app. Subscribe now and don’t miss an episode: The Fine Homebuilding podcast is recording a second weekly podcast focusing on the issues […] The post Podcast 274: PRO TALK With Entomologist Rachel Arango appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Redirect to the Painting Project Guide. The post Our Latest Project Guide: Painting appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Construction projects have always been considered a risky venture. Besides, the inherent nature of designs, site, and construction processes makes...

Soil-cement is a highly-compacted mixture produced by mixing cement with soils. Generally, in-situ walls constructed with soil-cement are used for...

Marble wall cladding adds value to the aesthetic appeal and stylistic qualities of any space or setting, both externally and internally. It is...

How does toothpaste stay in its tube and not ooze out when we remove the cap? What causes seemingly solid ground to suddenly break free into a landslide? Defining exactly how soft materials flow and seize has eluded researchers for years, but a new study explains this complex motion using relatively simple experiments. The ability to define - and eventually predict - soft material flow will benefit people dealing with everything from spreadable cheese to avalanches.

The selection of stainless steel as a reinforcement material for large-scale projects may sound like a costly option. But its exclusive properties...

Inspired by the same modeling and mathematical laws used to predict the spread of pandemics, researchers have created a model to accurately forecast the spread and recession process of floodwaters in urban road networks. With this new approach, researchers have created a simple and powerful mathematical approach to a complex problem.

Point cloud can be defined as a collection of data points in space produced by 3D scanners or by photogrammetry software. The laser scanner captures...

Follow the Fine Homebuilding Podcast on your favorite app. Subscribe now and don’t miss an episode: Help us make better episodes and enter for a chance to win an FHB […] The post Podcast 273: Material Shortages, Paneled Ceilings, and To Vent or Not to Vent appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Whether you’re building a simple powder room or upgrading your master suite, you will have to make a lot of careful choices to get get the look and functionality you […] The post Bathroom Remodeling Guide appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Follow the Fine Homebuilding Podcast on your favorite app. Subscribe now and don’t miss an episode: The Fine Homebuilding podcast is recording a second weekly podcast focusing on the issues […] The post Podcast 272: PRO TALK With Rick Watson appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

In 2010, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued the Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) ruling, which required professional contractors working on houses built before 1978 to take extensive precautions to […] The post Lead-Safe Remodeling appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Overwhelmingly, the single most common challenge we hear when builders, designers, and homeowners take on a new project is the difficulty in finding qualified, skilled, and reliable tradesmen and women […] The post How To Find & Retain a Team To Build High Quality, High Performance Homes appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Mjøstårnet (pronounced:/mæo-stâr-nɛt/) is the tallest timber building in the world. It is a big step towards the adoption of green construction as it...

Soil erosion is one of the major concerns at construction sites but is often neglected. On top of that, construction works churn up the soil making...

Honeycomb is a rough and stony concrete appearance with air spaces between aggregates. It may occur due to improper concrete workability, improper...

During rainy seasons, the danger of water seeping into a structure increases with a rise in the water table. This water enters as seepage or leakage...

Scientists report progress toward a sustainable building material made from local soil, using a 3D printer.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a 3D model-based technology that provides insight and tools for effective planning, designing, construction,...

During rainy seasons, the danger of water seeping into a structure increases with a rise in the water table. This water enters through seepage or...

Cost of quality in construction is the cost incurred by the company in attaining and maintaining good quality throughout the product’s...

What are the different career options after civil engineering? The post What are the different career options after civil engineering? appeared...

What is positive and negative reinforcement in reinforced concrete? The post What is positive and negative reinforcement in reinforced concrete?...

Which kind of tile will be used for bathroom flooring and wall? The post Which kind of tile will be used for bathroom flooring and wall? appeared...

The evaluation of the liquefaction potential of soils in seismic-prone region is essential for site selection, planning, and construction of...

Overwhelmingly, the single most common challenge we hear when builders, designers, and homeowners take on a new project is the difficulty in finding qualified, skilled, and reliable tradesmen and women […] The post How To Find & Retain a Team To Build High Quality, High Performance Homes appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Strange things can end up being buried in walls, ceilings, or elsewhere in old homes. And the older the house, the more likely that you’ll find some truly unique artifacts. […] The post Stuff Found On Job Sites appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

AUGUST 7, 2020 — The Taunton Press announced today that Brian Pontolilo will return to the helm of the Fine Homebuilding franchise, as Editorial Director for Fine Homebuilding and Green […] The post Builder-at-Large to Update Content Development Process at FHB appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Follow the Fine Homebuilding Podcast on your favorite app. Subscribe now and don’t miss an episode: Help us make better episodes and enter for a chance to win an FHB […] The post Podcast 271: Brian Pontolilo and Justin Fink Talk About Fine Homebuilding, Its Legacy, and Its Future appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

If you can pick up painting techniques from experienced professionals, you will make your work easier and your paint jobs look better without having to learn by trial and error. […] The post Get a Perfect Paint Job on Trim, Windows, Doors, and Cabinets appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Contextual engineering is a novel approach combining technological expertise with deep understanding of cultural and societal conditions.

Reinforced concrete is a widely used composite material made up of concrete and steel. In addition to steel, a few other concrete reinforcing...

Microtunnelling is an efficient trenchless technique for the construction of small diameter tunnels. The method is especially useful for laying...

Deciding on the termination point of piles during the construction process is a critical task. The actual pile termination level may increase or...

Which type of Paint is Best for the Exterior walls of the Building? The post Which type of Paint is Best for the Exterior walls of the Building?...

What is the best type of curing compound to use on a fresh slab where wood and tile will be installed in the future? The post What is the best type...

Why is the main reinforcement provided on the longer side of raft footing? The post Why is the main reinforcement provided on the longer side of...

What is Gunia in Building Construction? The post What is Gunia in Building Construction? appeared first on The Constructor.

HCL acid widely use in food industry for conducting CIP works (Cleaning in place) and home care industry for making toilet cleaner. If we release the...

How to Calculate the Area of formwork required for a Beam? Calculate the area of the formwork required for a beam of 2 m span and cross-section...

Notwithstanding the size of a construction organization, there are just a few principal reasons that cause the lags in construction quality. And...

Scan line survey, also known as discontinuity survey, is essential for the estimation of rock mass quality in rock mechanics and underground...

'Blue whirls' -- small, spinning blue flames that produce almost no soot when they burn -- have attracted great interest since their discovery in 2016, in part because they represent a potential new avenue for low-emission combustion. Now, a team of researchers has identified how these intriguing whirls are structured.

Cladding is an envelope that protects the exterior of a structure from harsh environmental conditions. It is currently one of the most popular and...

What are the factors responsible for the deform of RCC road? The post What are the factors responsible for the deform of RCC road? appeared first on...

Which is the most economical way of roofing for rural areas? The post Which is the most economical way of roofing for rural areas? appeared first on...

What is the maximum width of stair case for public buildings? The post What is the maximum width of stair case for public buildings? appeared first...

What is the smog-eating concrete structure? The post What is the smog-eating concrete structure? appeared first on The Constructor.

Pouring of concrete for horizontal elements such as beams and slabs is an integral part of building construction. It is advisable to consider...

Concrete block masonry is a widely used style for its excellent properties of durability and high resistance to rain, fire, and inclement...

The pandemic has laid bare the fragility of the global healthcare system and needs an urgent revamp from civil engineers and architects. Currently,...

What happens when sugar is added to concrete? The post What happens when sugar is added in to concrete? appeared first on The Constructor.

I was shocked to learn that the construction sector, operation, and maintenance of the built environment is responsible for 45% of the total...

What was the actual percapita water consumption of India in 2019? The post What was the percapita water consumption of India in 2019? appeared first...

What is the life span of the Statue of Unity? The post What is the life span of the Statue of Unity? appeared first on The Constructor.

What kind of cement would you use for completing the project with less budget and without compromising on the quality? The post What kind of cement...

Green hospital construction includes the implementation of specific tools and processes for the construction and operation of a hospital in an...

According to the World Health Organisation, eighty percent of the people living in the city are breathing polluted air. Air pollution levels are...

The hyperloop technology is a transportation system where the passengers will sit in pods that will travel faster than the airplanes through...

Building sanitization has become an integral part of facilities management in today’s COVID-stricken world. Though the impact of the virus hasn’t...

Building sanitization has become an integral part of facilities management in today’s COVID-stricken world. Though the impact of the virus hasn’t subsided, several regions are braving to reopen offices and commercial buildings post lockdown. And to keep businesses running, it has become necessary to implement a number of changes for the safety of the building […] The post 4 Ways to Improve Building Sanitization During the Pandemic appeared first on The Constructor .

Drones are the cutting-edge technology of the modern world. Every industry has started profiting from this technology. The construction industry is not lagging. The construction industry has begun using drones for various purposes, from surveying the land at the starting of a project even to provide a warranty to the finished project. Here are ten […] The post 10 Ways Drones are Changing the Construction Industry Forever appeared first on The Constructor .

I was shocked to learn that the construction sector, operation, and maintenance of the built environment is responsible for 45% of the total UK’s carbon emission from the recent study published in the UK. The report went on to add that 32% of landfill waste comes from construction and demolition business, and nearly 13% of […] The post How can we reduce the carbon footprint in the Construction Sector? appeared first on The Constructor .

How to Check the Strength of the Brick at Site? The post How to Check the Strength of the Brick at Site? appeared first on The Constructor .

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) is a system that provides powerful analytics using information from different construction processes such as contractor management, financial management, inventory management, project management, human capital management, vendor management, bid management, etc. ERP system combines all the different essential software into one all-encompassing pedestal so that the project managers can effectively manage […] The post 6 Reasons Construction Needs Enterprise Resource Planning appeared first on The Constructor .

The best way to ensure client satisfaction in a construction project is by incorporating a well-defined quality control process. A strict adherence to the process results in improved delivery of the work, leading to lesser rework and higher profits for the firm. We have listed five tips that can help improve a construction firm’s focus […] The post 5 Tips to Improve Construction Quality appeared first on The Constructor .

What are the inspections carried out by local authorities while construction? The post What are the inspections carried out by local authorities while construction? appeared first on The Constructor .

Site Work vs Office Work A civil engineer in the construction field plays various roles. As a construction engineer, he or she can play the role of a field engineer or site engineer. Field Engineer is typically based in the site office while a site engineer spends most of the time supervising the site operations. […] The post Role of a Civil Engineer on a Construction Site appeared first on The Constructor .

What is Star Rated Bill in Quantity Surveying? The post What is Star Rated Bill in Quantity Surveying? appeared first on The Constructor.