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An on-site wastewater treatment system (OWTS) includes four major stages; identifying the source of wastewater, collection and storage of wastewater,...

Engineers are using neural networks to accelerate predictions of how the microstructures of materials evolve. The machine-learning technique should speed the development of novel materials.

The United States’ economy largely depends on its vast infrastructure network, ranging from bridges and roads to airports, ports, and freight rail....

The Covid-19 pandemic is unarguably a grave misfortune on numerous levels. From the high death toll to the long-term worldwide GDP impact, this...

Researchers developed a machine-learning technique that uses an image to estimate the stresses and strains acting on a material. The advance could accelerate engineers' design process by eliminating the need to solve complex equations.

A chilled beam is an air distribution device with an integral coil designed to heat or cool large buildings. Chilled beams are made up of convective...

Scientists have long sought to invent materials that can respond to the external world in predictable, self-regulating ways. Now, new research brings us one step closer to that goal. For their inspiration, the scientists looked to nature.

I work in IT and have no background information on construction or civil engineering concepts. I have recently purchased an apartment on the 3rd out...

What are the types of cement mortar ratio? The post What are the types of cement mortar ratio? appeared first on The Constructor.

A wastewater treatment plant treats sewage water from various sources and makes it reusable. It comprises several processes that address specific...

A solar roadway is a street surface that produces electricity. It consists of a glass layer, an electronic layer, and a base plate layer. The...

What is the application of grillage foundation? The post What is the application of grillage foundation? appeared first on The Constructor.

What is the Rockwell hardness of mild steel and aluminum? The post What is the Rockwell hardness of mild steel and aluminum? appeared first on The...

What is polymer concrete? The post What is polymer concrete? appeared first on The Constructor.

Valves are mechanical devices used to control, direct, and regulate the flow of water by opening, closing, or partially obstructing the flow. They...

Researchers fabricated a synthetic hydrogel that mimics the stretch and strength of a lobster's underbelly. The material could provide a blueprint for stretchy protective fabrics and artificial tissues.

I work in IT and have no background information on construction or civil engineering concepts. I have recently purchased an apartment on the 3rd out...

What are the types of cement mortar ratio? The post What are the types of cement mortar ratio? appeared first on The Constructor.

How to find the rebar spacing when not mentioned in the drawing? The post How to find the rebar spacing when not mentioned in the drawing? appeared...

I have recently made up 3 x 150mm concrete cubes using the mix for reinforced concrete work that being (1:2.5:3.5). I used the same water to cement...

Is the quality of welding (shown in the picture) acceptable in column lapping? The post Is the quality of welding (shown in the picture) acceptable...

Is it safe not to build a column at an intersection of two beams? The post Is it safe not to build a colunm at an intersection of two beams?...

What are the tests conducted on fly ash before using it as a replacement for cement? The post What are the tests conducted on fly ash before using...

To celebrate Fine Homebuilding‘s 40th anniversary, we’re taking a look back at old issues of the magazine and sharing our insights about the articles and images that have appeared on […] The post Fine Homebuilding Through the Years appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

To celebrate Fine Homebuilding‘s 40th anniversary, we’re taking a look back at old issues of the magazine and sharing some notes about the articles and images that have appeared on […] The post Fine Homebuilding Flashback: 1982, Drywall-mania, All About Roof Framing, and Old-School Curved Walls 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 347: PRO TALK With Carpenter Kevin Ireton, Part 1 appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Building during a pandemic hasn’t been easy, as builders around the world can attest to, but watching the renovation of the 2020 Fine Homebuilding House has shown that dedication and […] The post Interior Updates appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

We’re on site at the 2020 Fine Homebuilding House to take a look at how Rockwool insulation products were used to take this leaky New England-style house to energy-efficient Passive […] The post Insulating for Passive House Standards appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Explain the operating principle of the rebound hammer? The post Explain the operating principle of the rebound hammer? appeared first on The...

What is the effect on strength of concrete if an RMC transit mixer is halted for 3 hours? The post What is the effect on strength of concrete if an...

In the case of the Multistorey Building, is there is any change in the design of slab and beam for different floors? The post In the case of the...

Name the best book for fire safety in high-rise buildings? The post Name the best book for fire safety in high-rise buildings? appeared first on The...

What are the different types of roller shutters and their uses? The post What are the different types of roller shutters and their uses? appeared...

What are the construction activities involved in building construction? The post What are the construction activities involved in building...

Name of equipment used to measure creep? The post Name of equipment used to measure creep? appeared first on The Constructor.

How to calculate the surface area of the rebar?     The post How to calculate the surface area of the rebar? appeared first on The...

Days after the 4 August 2020 massive explosion at the port of Beirut in Lebanon, researchers were on the ground mapping the impacts of the explosion in the port and surrounding city. The goal was to document and preserve data on structural and façade damage before rebuilding.

Bricks are one of the oldest building materials, dating back to 7000 BC for the sun-dried types and 3500 BC for the first kiln-fired blocks. The...

Researchers from MIT Concrete Sustainability Hub (CSHub) are working in collaboration with the French National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS)...

Researchers have developed bi-stable inflatable structures inspired by origami.

The design of axially loaded circular columns is mainly governed by the column’s cross-section and its material properties. This is because the load...

What is the load-carrying strength of a normal glass? The post What is the load-carrying strength of a normal glass? appeared first on The...

Researchers have uncovered a new approach to structural topology optimization is outlined that unifies both design and manufacturing to create novel microstructures. Potential applications range from improved facial implants for cranial reconstruction to better ways to get materials into space for planetary exploration.

As President Biden's $2 trillion American Jobs Plan places the nation's infrastructure in the spotlight, new research suggests states can save money and extend the life of their bridges by taking a fresh approach to how they prioritize maintenance.

The Great Pyramid of Giza, also known as the Pyramid of Khufu, was an incredible architectural achievement of the time and is a part of the...

Someday, scientists believe, tiny DNA-based robots and other nanodevices will deliver medicine inside our bodies, detect the presence of deadly pathogens, and help manufacture increasingly smaller electronics. Researchers took a big step toward that future by developing a new tool that can design much more complex DNA robots and nanodevices than were ever possible before in a fraction of the time.

A sunken slab or sunk slab is provided below the normal floor level in bathrooms, toilets, and laundry areas, where pipes or drainage systems are...

President Joe Biden announced the $2 trillion American Jobs Plan on March 31, 2021, with the aim to revamp national infrastructure, create jobs, and...

Elon Musk’s underground construction start-up, The Boring Company, has completed its tunnel loop under the Las Vegas Convention Centre (LVCC). With a...

How to fix roof leakage? What is the cost incurred for fixing?   The post How to Fix Roof Leakage? appeared first on The Constructor.

The Royal Gorge Bridge is situated in the Rocky Mountains close to Canon City in Colorado, US. It was constructed across the Arkansas River and Royal...

Onsite wastewater treatment system (OWTS) is a privately owned and maintained sewage disposal system that treats wastewater and produces disinfected...

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...

A new dual bug killer is one of the thinnest antimicrobial coatings to date. The coating works by tearing bacteria and fungal cells apart, offering a smart solution to the twin global health threats of drug-resistant bacterial and fungal infections.

The Qinghai–Tibet Railway is a 1,956 km long railway network located between Golmud and Lhasa in China. It is also known as the “heavenly road” as it...

Wastewater treatment is the process of treating contaminated water or sewage to an effluent that can be safely dispersed back to the environment or...

The Swiss government was exploring ways to lay a railway line through the Alps for a long time. The idea was materialized in the year 1995 with the...

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 342: Thermally Broken Slabs, Wet Walls, and Reinforcing Block Foundations appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

In this video, Ben Bogie walks us through a high-performance job site that uses an atypical set of assemblies to achieve Passive House levels of performance with stringent airtightness goals. […] The post Framing for Superinsulation appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

This Championship episode of the Students-Only tournament will feature energy modeling from Enrico Bonilauri and carbon analysis from Chris Magwood to add to the ample expertise of the judging panel […] The post 2nd Annual Wall-Assembly Contest Finals appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Drywall expert and Habitat for Humanity construction manager Myron Ferguson walks us through what questions he asks himself when evaluating the environmental factors of a job site.   Whenever I get […] The post Plan Ahead: Accessing a Drywall Job Site 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 341: PRO TALK With Color Expert Sue Wadden appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

San Marco Bell Tower, the tallest structure in Venice, was first constructed around 800 years ago. Located in Piazza Public Square, the tower is...

Researchers have made a significant discovery in the field of materials science, for the first time providing a full picture of how fatigue in ferroelectric materials occurs.

Waste materials from the pulp and paper industry have long been seen as possible fillers for building products like cement, but for years these materials have ended up in the landfill. Now, researchers are developing guidelines to use this waste for road construction in an environmentally friendly manner.

In what case is a Shear Key provided in Foundation? The post In what case is a Shear Key provided in Foundation? appeared first on The Constructor.

The construction industry has been generating a great amount of data that comes from completed construction projects, designs, machinery, supply...

The Chenab Bridge is a 1315 m long, steel arch railway bridge under construction in Jammu and Kashmir, India. The bridge is a part of the...

India is all set to begin the construction of its greenest airport on the outskirts of Greater Noida in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The Delhi Noida...

Scientists report a breakthrough involving a material called borophane, a sheet of boron and hydrogen a mere two atoms in thickness.

A balanced cantilever bridge is mostly constructed for cast-in-place and precast segmental bridges. While cast-in-place segmental bridges are...

Different exposure conditions are established based on the degree of severity of the environmental conditions of the area in which the structure is...

A new technique that mimics the ancient Japanese art of kirigami may offer an easier way to fabricate complex 3D nanostructures for use in electronics, manufacturing and health care.