Author: Arun Moorthy
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Today I learned : Types of Footing
Footings are the foundation elements that transfer the load from the structure to the ground ensuring stability and strength. Choosing the appropriate type of footing is crucial for the overall safety and performance of the building. Failure in ensuring appropriate footing is used or the if the footing lacks in strength or stability leads to…
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Today I learned : Metal Grating
What is Grating: Metal grating is a framework made from metal bars, plates or mesh arranged in a grid pattern. It allows for the passage of light, air and water while providing a strong platform. Types of Gratings: 1. Bar Grating: Bar grating is composed of a series of parallel bars joined by perpendicular crossbars…
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Today I learned : Eye Bolts
While conversing with the team leader about the construction of buildings, he mentioned the use of eye bolts for lifting purposes. What is an Eye Bolt: Eye bolt is a type of bolt that contains a loop or eye at one end and threaded shank at the other end with or without shoulder between them.…
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Today I learned : Types of stairs in Australia
Commonly used stairs in Australia: 1. Straight Stairs: Straight stair consists of a single stair flight from lower to upper level. Straight stairs are the most common type of stair used in residential, commercial and industrial buildings not just in Australia but all over the world as it is easy to design and build. Stair…
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Today I learned : Lightweight framing
What is Lightweight framing: Lightweight framing is a construction technique that utilizes lightweight materials, such as timber or metal studs which are lighter than traditional construction materials like bricks and concrete to create a structural framework for a building. Lightweight framed construction is the most common construction system used in Australia. How does lightweight framing…
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Today I learned : Roof Trusses
While working on a project, I noticed the structural design showing a truss structure on a roof. What are Roof Trusses: Roof trusses are engineered timber or metal frameworks that provide support for the roof covering materials and often the ceiling materials below. They are designed to span large distances without the need for internal…
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Today I learned : Shear Stud
While discussing steel-to-concrete connections with the team leader, he mentioned shear studs during the conversation. What is a shear stud : A shear stud is a fastener which provides structural connection between concrete slabs and steel support beams. It is typically a steel pin or grommet that extends out of the top flange of a…
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Today I learned : Sag rod
While working on a project, the structural details of an engineering drawing showed the incorporation of sag rods with purlins and braces. What is a Sag Rod? A sag rod is a tension member designed to minimize sagging or deflection by providing tensile support and reinforcement in horizontal structural elements such as roof trusses or…
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Today I learned : DTI Washer
While discussing bolts and washers for a connection detail with the team leader, he mentioned DTI washers in the conversation. What is DTI Washer? DTI washers, also known as load indicating washers or torque control washers, are specialized washers designed to provide a visual indication of bolt tension during the tightening process. They feature convex…
