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A Review on Waste Bakelite as Replacement Partially Over Coarse Aggregate in Concrete Mix
Abstract: Various components in India are made up of Bakelite. Saffron Global Dumping of waste Bakelite through landfill is not allowed due to it effect on soil mass and open burning is not allow because of the emission of harmful gases which cause air pollution. A large space of storehouse requires to store large amount of area for keeping waste Bakelite which becomes management problem of waste. Despite managing waste Bakelite …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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Evaluation of Soil Reinforcement Potential of Grass Variety
Abstract: Reinforcement potential of plant root is studied by many researches across the globe. This work aims to analyze the effect of grass root in the improvement of engineering properties of soil. Plant roots being a natural material help in enhancing the shear strength of soil. Field and laboratory studies were conducted on a grass variety (Co-4) and the soil reinforcement potential of the plant is studied. It is found that …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 14–18 Read article
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Application of Suitable Admixtures (Lime and RHA) for Improvement of Pavement Subgrade
Abstract: Abstract The quality of a pavement depends on the strength of its sub-grade. The present investigation has been carried out with easily available materials like lime and rice husk ash mixed individually and in combinations with different proportions. The different percentages of lime with respect to weight of dry soil were 2%, 4%, 6%, 8% 10% and for rice husk ash (RHA) were 3%, 6%, 9% and 12%. In each …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 14–31 Read article
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Optimization of Compressive Strength of Segmental Interlocking Stones
Abstract: The failure of most segmental interlocking stones used as pavement materials is traceable to lack of knowledge of the mix ratios that would optimize the compressive strength of the end products. In this study, the compressive strength was optimized based on Scheffe’s simplex lattice approach. The reliability of model developed was investigated using F-statistic and was found to be adequate. A computer program written in basic language was used to …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Study and Design of Permeable Pavement
Abstract: The purpose of this review paper is to study the advantages of the permeable pavement system and also understanding the current research works and line of works to recommend the future areas of research works. This review paper also defines the importance of permeable pavement systems in the sustainable drainage system in both the urban and rural areas for both the traditional and modern method and also discussed more on …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 34–42 Read article
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Ground improvement using Stone Column technique on black cotton soil and red soil.
Abstract: Stone column allows the loose soil to settle down properly as well as allows to establish required design criteria. Application of stone column benefits in numbers in higher resistance values, lower permeability, elimination of excessive excavation and material handling and thus it improves the strength of soil. The objective of this paper is to study the increasing strength of soil after application of stone column . Keywords: Stone column, black …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 7–10 Read article
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Influence of Rock Properties on Sound Level
Abstract: Rocks used as building materials or for some other purposes are tested for their physico-mechanical properties to assess their suitability. For this, rock boulders excavated from the quarries are cut, shaped and crushed in the laboratory. While carrying out these processes, it generates sound. In this study, rock boulders received from the industries were cut in the form of cylindrical shape to determine its compressive strength, density and Young’s modulus.For …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 39–44 Read article
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Simplified Analytical and Numerical Analysis for Stability of Tunnel and Foundation Containing Sloping Ground
Abstract: Tunnel, foundation and superstructure effect on the stability of slope. Numerical and simplified analytical analyses evaluate behavior of slope under various conditions. However, factor of safety indicates failure criteria of slope. Present research develops some simplified analytical formulae for a specific model and numerical code (PLAXIS 3D) performs finite element analysis of this model. During numerical analysis considers Mohr-Coulomb material model and drained condition. Factor of safety assesses from variations …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 24–34 Read article
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Advancing the Strength of Expansive Soil using BioEnzyme and Pond-Ash
Abstract: Expansive soils are problematic and prone to ground movements, which can seriously harm underlying structures and reduce their carrying ability. The expansive nature of soils is activated by moisture fluctuations, causing it to expand and contract. There are many stabilizing chemicals that have been used to treat Black Cotton soil, including lime, cement, and fly ash. Recently, it has become clear that using bio-enzymes to stabilize soil has a lot …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 18–27 Read article
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Experimental Analysis on Improving the Soil Characteristics by Stabilization of Black Cotton Soil Using Coir or Coconut Fibre
Abstract: One of the most widely utilized methods for improving poor soils is soil reinforcement. Metal strips,natural and synthetic fibers arranged randomly, geogrid sheets, synthetic and natural geotextiles, andmetal strips are examples of materials used for soil reinforcement. Additionally, the tensile strength,shear strength, other characteristics, bearing capacity, and economy are all significantly improved bythe soil reinforcement. The utilization of jute fibre in civil engineering is beneficial for enhancing soilqualities due to …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 29–36 Read article
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Analysis & Design of T-Beam Bridge over Rangiya Nala
Abstract: Abstract Bridges serve as the means of transportation over river or valley or to provide ease of transportation over crossings. They act as catalyst in booming the local economy. Design of bridges has a special importance in the field of civil engineering. Bridges range from timber to pre-stress. However, the design of T-beam bridge is always a better choice where underneath transportation is prohibited during construction and the span of …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 13–29 Read article
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Review Insight: Repetitive Corrugation and Straightening to Produce Nanograin Particles
Abstract: Tedious folding and rectifying (RCS) is an as of late created serious plastic distortion procedure to deliver Ultra-Fine Grain (UFG) materials. The initial step is completed by twisting the work piece to a ridged shape, and the second step is expert by fixing the layered work piece between two level platens. The preparing cycle can be rehashed ordinarily.
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 29–31 Read article
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Short Communication: Physico-Mechanical Properties of Rice Husk Geopolymers
Abstract: Concrete may be a wide used construction material for varied kinds of structures thanks to its structural stability and strength. However, the assembly of hydraulic cement, a main element of constructing concrete, contributes important quantity of greenhouse emission, as a result of the assembly of 1 ton of hydraulic cement additionally releases regarding one ton of dioxide gas into the atmosphere. Additionally the extent of energy needed to provide OPC …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 34–35 Read article
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Evaluation of RC Frames in Shifting on Seismic Zone 3 to 5 and Retrofitting Techniques using ETABS
Abstract: The finite element analysis has been carried out on six storey reinforced concrete frames using commercial finite element software ETABS. The performance of six storeys infilled frame failing due to improper design as well as inadequate reinforcements when seismic zone shifting from zone 3 to 5 was studied. The behavior of infilled frame considered in zone 5 was studied and compared with the results obtained from the analysis of frame …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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Planning Analysis and Design of Commercial Building Using STAAD Pro and Other Softwares
Abstract: The AIM of our project is to design the commercial Apartment (Ground+5 floors) by taking considerations to Indian Standard codes. The design of this commercial building can be done manually or with the help of Software such Staad pro, Struds, Etabs, Tekla structural designer Fespa IS, SAP, SAFE, etc. We have chosen to do our project with the Staad pro Software because designing the structure manually consumes lot of time …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 67–76 Read article
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Study on Torsional Behaviour of RC Flanged Beams Strengthened with Glass FRP
Abstract: Existing structures needs repair and rehabilitation due to Environmental deterioration, increased service loads, reduced capacity due to aging, deterioration owing to poor construction materials and workmanships and conditional need for seismic agitating. FRP has been used successfully in a large number of such uses for causes like low weight, high strength and durability. Many previous research works on torsional strengthening were focused on solid rectangular RC beams with different strip …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 15–21 Read article
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Structural Behavior of Bubble Deck Slab
Abstract: Concrete is dense, and 5% of the world’s CO2 is formed during the manufacture of the cement that goes into it. Then there is the aggregate that is dug out and the trucks that have to carry it. Not only, but the extreme amount of the concrete that is in a slab isn't even desired; it is just a spacer between the bottom, where the reinforcing steel is in tension, …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 22–26 Read article
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A Study on Retrofitting of RCC Beam Column Joint Using Ferro Cement
Abstract: Reinforced concrete is termed as one of the most profusely used construction material, not only used in the developed countries but also in various remote areas of developing countries. Numerous reinforced concrete structures are built yearly and large numbers of these declines before the end of their design life. The present paper represents the change of Reinforced concrete structural components which are found to display distress, even before their service …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 27–30 Read article
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Experimental Study of Concrete Using Crumb Rubber with Partial Replacement of Fine Aggregates
Abstract: The cost effective About one crore 10 lakhs all types of new vehicles are added all year to the Indian roads. The increase of about three crores discarded tyres each year stance a potential threat to the environment. The greatest way to overcome this problem is to catch alternative aggregates for construction. The proposed work presents an investigational study of result of use of solid waste material (crumb rubber) in …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 31–35 Read article
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Strain Life Approach for the Fatigue Evolution Model of Concrete under Constant Amplitude Bending Fatigue Loading
Abstract: Strain life approach for the fatigue evolution model of concrete under constant amplitude bending fatigue loading plays a very important role in the material properties such as the fatigue strain, fatigue modulus and fatigue damage, presented in this paper by the nonlinear fatigue evolution model, and the hypothesis of recycle-ratio-related fatigue strain amplitude that causes stiffness degradation and inelastic deformation. The fatigue evolution model of concrete under constant amplitude bending …
Published in International Journal of Structural Engineering and Analysis · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 35–60 Read article