Author name: Akash Dalvi

Fire resistance in concrete is a critical aspect of building design and safety. It refers to the ability of concrete to withstand fire or provide protection against it. This ability is essential for ensuring that structural elements like beams, columns, walls, floors, or roofs can continue to perform their intended functions during a fire or

Soil improvement, in its broadest sense, refers to the modification of soil properties to enhance its engineering performance. This process can include strengthening the soil’s structural integrity, reducing its compressibility, mitigating its permeability, or improving groundwater conditions.  Soil improvement may be implemented either as a temporary measure to facilitate construction or as a permanent strategy

  Formwork is an essential aspect of concrete construction, acting as a temporary mold into which fresh concrete and reinforcement are placed to create a specific concrete element. The purpose of formwork is to support parts or the entire permanent structure until it becomes self-supporting. For formwork to fulfill its design goals, several requirements must

  Selecting the appropriate soil improvement method is essential for ensuring the stability and durability of construction projects. The choice is influenced by various factors such as soil type, equipment availability, cost, construction period, skills, and past experiences. This article delves into different soil improvement methods and their suitability based on soil types, focusing on