Building Materials: Types, Properties, and Uses all Engineers Should Know

building materials

Building materials are substances or components that are used in construction and other building projects to create structures, infrastructure, and other built environments. These materials can vary widely in their properties, characteristics, and uses, and they play a crucial role in determining the strength, durability, safety, and aesthetics of the final structure. Building materials can

Sanitary Engineering

Sanitary engineering

Sanitary Engineering is the branch of public health engineering that deals with the preservation and maintenance of the health of the individual and the community, by preventing communicable diseases. It consists of scientific and methodical collection, conveyance, treatment, and disposal of waste matter so that public health can be protected from offensive and injurious substances.

Corrosion in Reinforced Concrete: Cause, Prevention and More

Corrosion

Corrosion is the breakdown of materials due to chemical reactions. It is usually oxidation with air molecules and often in the presence of water. Corrosion also occurs when an acidic/basic corrosive substance touches another material. Steel and concrete have become the most common materials for manmade structures over the last hundred or so years, with the use of the composite material, concrete reinforced with steel, becoming one of

Construction Estimating: Types, Opportunities, The Estimator, and More

Construction Estimating

Building construction estimating is the determination of probable construction costs of any project. Many items influence and contribute to the cost of a project; each item must be analyzed, quantified, and priced. Because the estimate is prepared before the actual construction, much study and thought must be put into the construction documents. The estimator who

2022 Top 10: Our Most Popular Posts of the Year

Popular Posts

Yes…! Our Most Popular Posts of the Year. Hence closing out a gloomy 2022, we still see sunny skies ahead with only occasional storms. And we’ll be here, producing valued content that we hope elevates your Engineering Skills for both Engineers and Engineering Students around the World. We’ve published roughly 56 articles since March 23,

All Engineering Universities In Tanzania You Should Know

Universities in Tanzania

I explored the Engineering Universities in Tanzania. These institutions are superb for students who intend to go into the engineering world, as they are equipped with the relevant skills and knowledge needed to succeed in their area of specialization.  The United Republic of Tanzania has some superb universities that can appropriately serve as a great

15 Types of Windows Every Homeowner Should Know In 2023

Types of windows

These types of windows can be defined as wall openings to admit fresh air and sunlight into the building and give an outside view. The window is provided for aesthetic purposes. Windows are the eyes into (and out of) a home, and can utterly transform a space. Whether you want to ventilate and illuminate your interior or keep prying eyes and foul weather out, there’s a perfect window