Category: Civil and Structural Design Calculations
Lifting Padeye Design
Padeye is a plate or attachment point commonly used in lifting and rigging operations to connect slings, shackles, or other lifting equipment. Proper design and calculation of a padeye are essential to ensure safe lifting operations. The calculation is based on factors such as load capacity, thickness of the plate, material properties, and hole size… Read more
Corbel Design and Details
DESIGN OF CORBEL A corbel is a short cantilever used to support structural loads like beams or girders projecting from a column or wall. It is commonly found in reinforced concrete and steel structures. The design of a corbel should ensure that it is capable of safely transferring vertical loads from beams to columns or… Read more
DYNAMIC ANALYSIS USING RESPONSE SPECTRUM ANALYSIS
The purpose of this chapter is to summarize the fundamental equations used in the response spectrum method and to point out the many approximations and limitations of the method. For, example it cannot be used to approximate the nonlinear response of a complex three-dimensional structural system. Read more
building Load calculation
1. INTRODUCTION: The structure is a “Multi-storied building” consisting of Two Basement Floors + Stilts Floor + Thirteen upper floors. The 2 basements are used for two-wheeler parking and one stilt floor for four-wheeler parking and all other floors are Residence area. The Structure is designed as a Reinforced concrete framed structure supported on raft… Read more
Deep Excavations
ABSTRACT All major topics in the design of in-situ retaining systems for deep excavations in urban areas are outlined. Type of wall, water related problems and water pressures, lateral earth pressures, type of support, solution to earth retaining walls, types of failure, internal and external stability problems, displacements of walls and adjacent ground, instrumentation… Read more
Structural Design of working pile
Designing working piles according to IS 2911 (Part 1 to 4) standards involves specific guidelines to ensure the safe and effective construction of piles used as foundations for various types of structures. IS 2911 is the Indian Standard for the design and construction of pile foundations. The standard is divided into multiple parts, each addressing… Read more
Design of Gantry Girder
Designing a crane girder, which is a key structural component used in overhead cranes, involves careful consideration of loads, material properties, structural analysis, and adherence to relevant standards and codes. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to design a crane girder Step 1: Determine Design Parameters Step 2: Calculate Loads Step 3: Select Material Step… Read more
Seismic Load Calculation as per ASCE 7-16
The summary of the process to calculate the Design Spectral Acceleration at Short Periods (SDS) as per AISC 07-16 involves five steps: determining the site class, obtaining mapped spectral acceleration values, determining site coefficients (Fa and Fv), calculating adjusted spectral accelerations, and lastly, calculating the design spectral values (SDS and SD1). These values ensure structures… Read more
DESIGN OF WIND PRESSURE AS PER EN 1991-1-4
The calculation for wind load as per EN 1991-1-4 for a gas plant located in a terrain category I includes parameters such as a fundamental basic wind velocity of 32.30 m/s, a directional factor and season factor of 1.00 each, and various terrain factors and roughness lengths. Wind turbulence intensity and peak velocity pressure vary… Read more
Trench Details
Designing a reinforced concrete (RCC) trench involves several steps to ensure it can handle the intended loads and environmental conditions. Here’s a detailed guide on designing an RCC trench, including structural design considerations, reinforcement details, and construction steps. Key Design Considerations Purpose and Use Dimensions Load Requirements Material Specifications Reinforcement Details Drainage Provisions Construction Steps… Read more
PRECAST COVER SLAB DETAILS
Designing a precast cover slab for a trench involves ensuring the slab can handle expected loads, fits the trench dimensions, and meets relevant safety and durability standards. Below is a detailed guide to designing a precast cover slab for a trench: Key Design Considerations Load Requirements Dimensions Reinforcement Materials Manufacturing Tolerances Handling and Installation Safety… Read more
Grade Slab Details
Paving or Grade slab Details A grade slab, also known as a ground-bearing slab, is a type of concrete slab that is directly supported by the ground and typically used as the foundation for buildings and other structures. Here are the details for designing and constructing a grade slab: Components and Structure Subgrade Preparation… Read more
CONCRETE BATCHING PLANT ARRANGEMENT
A well-designed batching plant arrangement ensures efficient concrete production, safety, and ease of maintenance. The arrangement typically includes several key components: aggregate storage bins, conveyor belts, cement silos, water and admixture tanks, the mixer, and control systems. Here’s a detailed guide to arranging a batching plant: Key Components of a Batching Plant Aggregate Storage Bins… Read more
LOAD COMBINATIONS NBCC 2023
LOAD COMBINATIONS CANADIAN CODE NBCC 2023 The National Building Code of Canada (NBCC) 2023 provides updated guidelines for load combinations used in the design of structures. These combinations ensure that buildings can safely withstand various types of loads they may encounter, including dead loads, live loads, wind loads, snow loads, and earthquake loads. Below are… Read more
STEEL SHED DRAWING
1. Plan View (Top View): Outline of the Shed: Show the overall dimensions of the shed. Columns and Supports: Indicate the positions of steel columns and any internal supports. Doors and Windows: Mark the locations and dimensions of doors and windows. Roof Plan: If the roof has a particular shape (e.g., gable, sloped), indicate the… Read more
Plumbing Drawing
Creating a plumbing scheme drawing involves outlining the entire plumbing system of a building, showing the connections between different fixtures, pipes, valves, and other components. Here are the steps to create a comprehensive plumbing scheme drawing: Steps to Create a Plumbing Scheme Drawing: Gather Building Plans: Obtain architectural plans that include floor layouts, elevations, and… Read more
Pre Engineered Building Design Specification IS Code
Pre-Engineered Building PEB PEB stands for Pre-Engineered Building. It refers to a building system where components are designed and fabricated in a factory, then transported to the site for assembly. This method is widely used in the construction of industrial buildings, warehouses, commercial complexes, and other structures requiring large open spaces. Key Features of PEB:… Read more
DESIGN OF PIPERACK STRUCTURE
DESIGN OF PIPERACK STRUCTURE – ASCE 7-10 The length of Pipe rack 42m is considered to avoid forces due to thermal expansion of pipe rack under ambient temperature and free to expand at ends. This is general engineering practice for Pipe rack design with single vertical bracings and mentioned in “Design Specification for Steel Structures”… Read more