Tag: civil engineering

geotechnical, RAFT FOUNDATION

Types of Raft Foundation and features : A Comprehensive Guide

Vinod Gopinath

Raft foundation is a continuous slab that completely covers the entire site of the proposed structure and rests on the soil. Depending on the applications and design loads, there are various raft foundation types. The choice of raft foundation type is influenced by a number of variables, including bearing capacity, loads, site circumstances, etc.

CONCRETE, Retrofitting

Column Jacketing: Strengthening Structural Integrity

Vinod Gopinath

Column jacketing enhances the load capacity, durability, and seismic resistance of structural columns by adding materials like concrete, steel, and fiber-reinforced polymers around existing columns. This method is essential for retrofitting aging structures, meeting safety standards, and improving resilience against various loads, particularly in earthquake-prone areas.