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When Stress Is Bad: Forensic Structural Engineering

Determining the cause of a structural failures is the challenging discipline of forensic structural engineering. Determination of civil and criminal liabilities drive many such investigations, but there are also valuable lessons to be learned from these failures.

Published by John Moehring (1165 pts) on Nov 26, 2009 to
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Just A Moment

One of the fundamental engineering analyses performed for structural applications is determining the moment of force. Unexpected twisting or turning may be a great dance move, but it usually spells disaster for structural elements.

Published by John Moehring (1165 pts) on Nov 25, 2009 to
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When Stress Is Good: Pre- and Post-Tensioned Concrete

Portland cement concrete is a strong, dependable, and relatively inexpensive construction material. Until it is stressed under tension, that is. Then it typically exhibits only about 15% of its equivalent compressive strength, which can spell catastrophe for structural applications.

Published by John Moehring (1165 pts) on Nov 13, 2009 to
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What is Structural Engineering and What Do Structural Engineers Do?

Structural engineering is a branch of civil engineering. Structural engineers' work consists of analyzing and designing structures in such a way that the structures will withstand applied loads (both forces of nature and loads occurring due to the use of the structure), yet be economical to build.

Published by hbengts41 (780 pts) on Oct 29, 2009 to
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Fundamentals Of Seismic Retrofit

Earthquake engineering is applied for the seismic retrofit of structures that involves alteration of existing structures to obtain resistance to seismic activity or soil failure due to earthquakes. Retrofit is now widely performed, especially in the active seismic zones.

Published by smoothwhirl (6118 pts) on Sep 4, 2009 to
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Damages in Earthquake

Several types of earthquake damages may occur, and the extent of damage caused will be influenced by the severity of the earthquake, location of site from epicenter, and several other factors. Damage can be minimized by proper design analysis according to the parameters of earthquake engineering.

Published by smoothwhirl (6118 pts) on Jul 31, 2009 to
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Basics of Structural Analysis

Structural analysis is an important subject of civil engineering that evaluates the different loads on structures, and their effects. It is an accurate method to ascertain the capability of the structures to withstand the expected loads, and assist in designing the structures accordingly.

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Essentials Of Structural Engineering

Structural engineering has been applied since mankind commenced building of structures. Structures are designed, with the aim to accomplish the desired functions of creation, ensuring the visualization of all the loads that could be applied on the structures, and adequate safety of structures.

Published by smoothwhirl (6118 pts) on Jul 25, 2009 to
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History of Base Isolation

In this age of technological evolution, the field of seismic engineering has a reputation for creative thinking and advanced technology beyond conventional solutions. Seismic isolation is a fitting technology. In this section we will look at the history of base isolation how and why it works.

Published by Babes (8395 pts) on Jul 22, 2009 to
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Base Isolation of Structures

Base isolation of structures is a process through which a main structure is isolated so as to be protected from the impact of an earthquake. This method of protection has been in vogue from the sixth century BC. Read this to learn more.

Published by Babes (8395 pts) on Jul 21, 2009 to
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