Author: Vinod Gopinath

Architectural Finishes, Doors

Types of doors – Top 7 door types explained

Vinod Gopinath

Types of doors commonly used in residential, commercial, and industrial construction depend on the application area, durability required, the purpose of the door, etc.A door is a movable barrier or mechanism for opening and closing an entranceway or a building/room. The purpose of the door in this urban environment is security and privacy. Apart from security, safety, and privacy, an aspect of art, beauty, and elegance is associated with it. The entrance door acts as a warm welcome to the areas inside.

ACP sheets, Architectural Finishes

Aluminium Composite Panel || ACP sheets design

Vinod Gopinath

Aluminium composite panels are flat panels having a non-aluminium core sandwiched between two thin coil-coated aluminium sheets. Aluminium Composite Panel is the most durable and flexible decorative surface material available, with enhanced performance attributes. This article discusses the production process, ACP sheet types, advantages, and applications.

bricks, BUILDING CONSTRUCTION

Types of bonds in brick masonry walls – Advantages and features

Vinod Gopinath

Types of bonds in brick masonry commonly used in construction are detailed in this article. The process of bonding bricks with mortar in between them is known as brick masonry. Bricks are arranged in a pattern to maintain their aesthetic appearance and strength. This article is about the various types of bonds in brick masonry walls.

Intelligent transportation system, Transportation Engineering

Intelligent transportation system components

Vinod Gopinath

What is intelligent transportation system?Intelligent transportation system is a hot topic among all civil engineering subjects that has gained popularity and many countries are successfully implementing it. With the rapidly exploding population, ITS has even become a mandatory technique in all countries. Here, we are going to read through the main components of the intelligent transportation system. We will swim through the benefits of intelligent transportation system in the middle, then to uses and challenges of ITS.

Civil engineering

Glass fiber reinforced concrete –

Vinod Gopinath

Glass fiber reinforcement concrete or GFRC is made up of portland cement, fine aggregate, water, acrylic copolymer, alkali-resistant glass fibre, reinforcement, and additives. Glass fiber reinforced concrete or GFRC is a type of fiber-reinforced concrete. The glass fibres used in Glass Fiber reinforcement concrete give this distinctive compound its strength.

aggregate, Building Materials

Los Angeles abrasion Test on Aggregates

Vinod Gopinath

Los Angeles Abrasion test is to measure the abrasion resistance value of aggregates. Aggregate is the fundamental and essential component of concrete, flexible pavements, etc. More than 70 to 80 percent of the volume of concrete is aggregate.

Environmental Engineering, Water pollution

What Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) Measures?

Vinod Gopinath

Biochemical Oxygen Demand is a term all of us come across in most of the articles on water pollution. In this blog, I will walk you through Biochemical Oxygen Demand, its significance and measurement. Before delving into Biochemical Oxygen Demand we should first understand the concept of Dissolved Oxygen (DO), its significance and measurement.

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION

Types of Cracks in Buildings |14 Building Crack Causes, Prevention

Vinod Gopinath

Building cracks indicate various underlying issues affecting structural stability. Common types include hairline, shrinkage, and settlement cracks, with root causes like thermal movement, chemical reactions, poor workmanship, and soil settlement. Prevention involves proper design, quality materials, and regular maintenance to ensure long-lasting safety and integrity of structures.

geotechnical, RAFT FOUNDATION

Types of Raft Foundations – Advantages and features

Vinod Gopinath

Types of Raft Foundation are chosen based on a variety of criteria, including bearing capacity, applicable loads, site conditions, cost-effectiveness, etc. A raft foundation is a continuous slab resting on the soil and covering the entire area of the proposed structure. This is one of the most commonly used types of foundation in construction. Raft foundation types are classified according to their application.

Architectural Finishes, Marble

Difference Between Marble and Tiles – How to make a choice ?

Vinod Gopinath

The difference between marble and tile is the most hotly contested flooring material choice that enters the picture while finalising the interiors. Most interior materials are simple, quick, and inexpensive to replace. However, replacing flooring is a time-consuming and expensive process. Therefore, pick a flooring material that can complement the interior design themes and is durable and low-maintenance.