Steel Structures – The Constructor https://theconstructor.org Mon, 15 May 2023 12:49:20 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://i0.wp.com/theconstructor.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/cropped-The-Constructor-favicon-tinified2-1.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Steel Structures – The Constructor https://theconstructor.org 32 32 181067336 The Benefits of Prefabricated Steel Buildings for Industrial Applications https://theconstructor.org/structural-engg/steel/the-benefits-of-prefabricated-steel-buildings-for-industrial-applications/571308/ Tue, 23 May 2023 12:34:47 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=571308 Are you considering building a new industrial structure? Prefabricated steel buildings are an excellent option for a wide range of industrial applications, offering cost-savings, durability, strength, flexibility and adaptability.  Prefabricated steel buildings are assembled in sections at the factory that are then transported to the job site for quick and easy assembly. Prefabricated steel buildings […]

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]]> 571308 8 Types of Structures in Civil Engineering  https://theconstructor.org/structures/types-structures-civil-engineering/567350/ Wed, 19 Oct 2022 18:03:43 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=567350 A structure comprises several components that are connected to one another and function to transfer the loads to the soil successfully. Modern structural engineering offers a broad and in-depth body of knowledge that can precisely predict the performance of various forms and materials used in structures to withstand loads and stresses. In civil engineering, structures […]

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]]> 567350 Castellated Beams: History, Properties, and Advantages https://theconstructor.org/structural-engg/castellated-beam-properties-advantages/559369/ Wed, 03 Nov 2021 18:04:48 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=559369 A castellated beam is a type of beam in which an I-beam is sliced longitudinally along its web in a specified pattern. The objective is to use the cutting pattern to separate and reunite the beam with a deeper web. These beams are classified based on the shape of the holes provided in the web section. […]

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]]> 559369 Narendra Modi Stadium: Construction Features of the Largest Cricket Stadium in the World https://theconstructor.org/case-study/sardar-patel-stadium-construction-features/452817/ Sun, 21 Feb 2021 17:58:01 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=452817 Sardar Patel Stadium was renamed as Narendra Modi Stadium on 24th February 2021, also known as Motera Stadium. The cricket stadium is located in the state of Gujarat in India. It is situated on the banks of the Sabarmati river in Motera, Ahmedabad. The stadium is spread across 63 acres of land with a seating […]

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]]> 452817 2 Important Failure Case Studies of Long-Span Steel Structures https://theconstructor.org/case-study/2-important-failure-case-studies-of-long-span-steel-structures/360084/ Tue, 16 Feb 2021 16:47:26 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=360084 Space structures are generally utilized in the construction of airport terminals, stockrooms, historical centers, and shopping centers where huge transverse space is required. They are architecturally appealing and structurally adaptable. Moreover, space structures are light in weight, which reduces the construction cost and help cover large zones of continuous spans effectively. In recent years, space […]

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]]> 360084 Preliminary Activities for Carrying out Riveting and Bolting https://theconstructor.org/practical-guide/preliminary-works-revitted-bolted-steel-structure/62889/ Wed, 10 Feb 2021 07:47:16 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=62889 The process of making connections in steel structure is carried out using one of these three methods: welding, riveting, and bolting. The preliminary works such as laying out, fabrication, making holes, and assembling of steel members before executing the actual connection process are explained in this article. 1. Laying Out of Steel Members A drawing […]

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]]> 62889 How to Erect Members in Steel Structure Work? https://theconstructor.org/practical-guide/erect-members-steel-structure-work/63531/ Thu, 15 Oct 2020 11:00:00 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=63531 In recent times, steel structures have gained popularity over RCC structures due to their advantages such as higher strength and durability, lightweight, speed of construction, easy fabrication and fire, moisture, and pest resistance. Accuracy in the erection of steel structure plays a vital role in deciding durability of the structure. Therefore proper erection, welding, bolting, and riveting […]

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]]> 63531 Bogibeel: Construction of the Longest Rail-Road Bridge of India https://theconstructor.org/structures/bridges/bogibeel-bridge/81748/ Thu, 10 Sep 2020 09:33:46 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=81748 The 4940 m long Bogibeel bridge is currently the longest rail-road bridge in India. It is built on the mighty Brahmaputra river in Assam, 17 km away from Dibrugarh, and connects the city with the Dhemaji district. This two-tier bridge has a three-lane road on the top and a double line broad gauge railway track […]

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