Analysis of Dams What you’ll learn What is Gravity Dam? Dams are critical infrastructural elements that serve multiple purposes, from water storage and flood control to hydroelectric power generation and irrigation. Among the various types of dams, gravity dams are particularly notable…
Inverse Trigonometric Functions
Trigonometric Functions
Derivatives At its core, a derivative measures how a function’s output value changes as its input value changes. In simpler terms, it calculates the slope of the tangent line to the curve of a function at any given point. Mathematically,…
Limits Sum Law for Limits Find the limit of as x approaches 1. Difference Law for Limits Find the limit of as x approaches 3. Constant Law for Limits Find the limit of as x approaches 1. Product Law for…
Why is it important to calculate the weight? ✓ Steel is Sold by Weight, not by Pieces ✓ Quantity Surveyor uses Bill of Quantities (BOQ) and it is based on mass not pieces ✓ Structural Design Calculations are based on…
Types of Irregularities in a Building Structure Structural engineers may encounter buildings that have asymmetries and geometric irregularities in their structures; these are vulnerable to earthquakes and other dynamic forces. By identifying and addressing these issues in the design phase,…
Foundations are essentially the backbone of a structure. They provide strength, stability, and defense against uneven settlement or shifting by distributing a building’s weight to the ground underneath. Understanding the various types of foundations is crucial for anyone studying civil…
50 Civil Engineering Formulas You Must Know
Metal reinforcements in Construction and Estimate plays a crucial role in construction projects, ensuring that the correct amount of steel reinforcement is used while optimizing costs. What is Steel? Steel is the most widely used reinforcing material in the construction…
