Practical points in producing good concrete
Provided certain simple rules are followed good concrete can be achieved by methods varying from the bucket and spade hand-labour method […]
Practical compliance with concrete standards
It can be seen that although designing a trial mix to meet a given grade can be done within a reasonable
Potential energy
To see these principles applied, we analyze a very simple structure, a taut rope (see Fig. 1.5). Imagine that the
Postconstruction Operation and Maintenance
The technical specifications for a building project normally require that some time be devoted prior to project closeout for instruction and
Post Frame and Pole Construction
Wood poles and posts are used for various types of construction, including flagpoles, utility poles, and framing for buildings. These employ
Powder-Driven Studs
For many applications requiring the joining of steel or wood parts, or fastenings to concrete, steel, and brick surfaces, powder-actuated stud
Power System Apparatus
Most buildings, commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential, receive their power from a public utility. Usually, the customer is given a choice
Powers Remolding Test
The Powers remolding test (Powers 1968; Scanlon 1994; Wong et al. 2000) is similar to the Vebe consistometer. The test
Post-earthquake surveys
The data presented here are based on observations from two surveys conducted after the August 17 and November 12, 1999 earthquakes.