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Q: The bedplate dimension of a rectangular foundation cross-section is 2m x 12m. The height of the…

A: Given Rectangular foundation= 2 * 12 m Height of foundation = 2 m Weight of steel bar reinforcement…

Q: Explain the Net effective foundation pressure ?

A: Foundation  It is very cheap most structural component of the sub structure that transmits the…

Q: Define the requirement of good foundation ?

A: Foundation evenly distributes the load acting on it by the superstructure. The load is applied…

Q: why does the walls placed on soil fill will settle and crack if the fill settles (compresses) after…

A: Settlement is the downward movement of the soil caused by a load that consolidates the soil beneath…

Q: Describe the effects of Foundation Installation Below Finished Grade.

A: A foundation is the part of a structure, which connects the structure to the ground, and transfers…

Q: How to draw foundation plan and how to compute its dimension and parameter

A: Two types of drawings are easy to understand for the field worker and the non engineering society.…

Q: Define the Gross effective foundation pressure ?

A: The total amount of pressure that can be occurred at the base of the foundation due to the…

Q: Explain the TYPES OF SHALLOW FOUNDATIONS ?

A: TYPES OF SHALLOW FOUNDATIONS 1.Strip foundation:It is used for the wide base foundation as it…

Q: Describe the methods available for repairing cracked foundation walls.

A: Thin hairline cracks will usually be patched using a patching solution of vinyl concrete. May be…

Q: On your own words Explain the importance of Foundation Investigation then cite and explain two (2)…

A: Importance of Foundation Investigation are-  To determine the foundation type Minimizes Damage…

Q: Explain the PRINCIPLES OF FOUNDATION ENGINEERING ?

A: The main objectives of foundation design are to ensure that the structural loads are transmitted to…

Q: What is the basis for the empirically established foundation design method?

A: The foundation is by far the most essential portion of any construction. It is the lowest portion of…

Q: What is The procedures for foundation design?

A: Design of foundation or footing means to calculate the design area of foundation according to…

Q: What is deep Foundation ?

A: Deep foundations are generally long and slender, so as to reach the deep zones of the earth and thus…

Q: Define the concept of Building Foundations ?

A: The building foundation is an important element of a structure that function in transmitting of load…

Q: What are the considerations made between building a swallow and a deep foundation? Expound your…

A: The engineer should be aware that the size and type of base mass are determined by economic factors.…

Q: Define the Rectangular Foundation on Granular Soil ?

A: In the given question Rectangular foundation on granular soil has to be defined. Granular soils are…

Q: What are the major types of foundations?

A: Answer:- Foundation:- The lowest part of a structure is generally referred to as the foundation. It…

Q: What is the floating foundation?

A: Floating foundation: The floating foundation is constructed by excavating the soil in such a manner…

Q: Define the  types of foundation in civil engineering ?

A: Various types of foundations in civil engineering:

Q: Explain which footings comes under deep foundation?

A: Deep Foundations: A deep foundation is a type of foundation that carries loads from a structure…

Q: When footing foundation is not backfilled ?

A: Soils are peace of a variety of materials, in which most of do not expand in the presence of…

Q: What is Shallow foundation ? Explain the properties of Shallow foundation ?

A: The foundations are broadly classified into two types based on the breath to the depth ratio as,…

Q: Define a mat foundation?

A: A raft or mat foundation is  a large continuous rectangular or circular concrete slab that carries…

Q: What is Continuous Foundation ?

A: Foundation supports the superstructure in construction work. It  is in direct contact with the soil.…

Q: What is the major purpose of the structural foundation?

A: A foundation is the lowest part of a structure, which connects the structure to the ground, and…

Q: explain Seismic Bearing Capacity of Spread Footing Foundations.

A: Seismic Bearing Capacity of Spread Footing Foundations:

Q: types of deep foundation

A: Basement foundation. Buoyancy Rafts (Hollow Box Foundations) Caissons Foundations. Cylinders.…

Q: Explain the footing and foundation. Explain the factors that affect the selection of type of…

A: Solution: Footings is considered as an essential part of the construction of foundation. They are…

Q: Write a note on Seismic considerations in foundation design ?

A: The seismic considerations in foundation design is an important factor in an foundation design.…

Q: Explain the Bearing capacity, Shallow foundation, Allowable soil pressure ?

A: Bearing capacity:- It is the soil's load-bearing capability. Bearing capability analysis can be used…

Q: Explain why foundation wall cracks due to inward deflection caused by lateral soil pressures tend to…

A: Causes of foundation wall cracks due to inward deflection by lateral soil pressure is : 1- The soil…

Q: Describe Supervision of Foundation Construction.

A: Foundations are really the backbone of constructing buildings as the stability depends on it, and…

Q: Define mat foundation. Write the common types of mat foundation

A: It is asked to define mat foundation and write the names of common type of material foundation.

Q: Define floating slab foundation?

A: Floating slabs are the slab that lay over the soil without anchorage. Floating slab sometimes called…

Q: Sketch the different types of Shallow footings showing the main reinforcement and secondary…

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Q: Calculate the cu. Yard of stone required for a concrete mixture of 1:2:4 of a foundation with…

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Q: Complexity

A: 1.Complexity of subgrade should be considered because it will explains how tedious to design the…

Q: Which footings fall under the category of deep foundations?

A: The following are footings are fall under deep foundation Pile Foundation. Bearing Pile. Friction…

Q: Define Foundation Loads or Demands

A: Foundations are connected to the ground and transfer loads from building to soil. Foundation are of…

Q: What are the Effects of high groundwater on foundation and basement design?

A: Effects of high groundwater on foundation and basement design are : 1- Reduction of soil bearing…

Q: explain safe load in relation to bearing pressure or capacity in foundation design?

A: When soil is stressed due to application of load it tends to deform. The resistance provided by the…

Q: What are the Effect of Foundation Installation below Finished Grade?

A: The foundation is an important element and most critical for any structure as it transfers the load…

Q: What is the centerline perimeter of the footing shown on plan? 40-0" Footing width=2'-6" 25'-0" 140…

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Q: Why we made shallow foundation instead a deep foundation

A: Why we made shallow foundation instead a deep foundation Answer - It is not necessary we use shallow…

Q: Describe the types of deep foundations.

A: In conditions where soil at shallow depth is not adequate or poor, in-order to transfer the load…

Q: Being able to choose from a variety of foundations rather than being restricted to just one?

A: A structural foundation is the portion of a structure that anchors it to the ground. Much like the…

Q: Does mat foundation applicable to all type of structure?

A: Mat foundation is type of slab that is used as a foundation. It  transfers load to a larger area and…

Types of Foundation