Explain the pros and cons of performing falling head permeability tests within the laboratory.

Q: What is the modulus of rupture where the sand-lightweight concrete has an f of 4000 psi? (The result…

A: f'c = 4000 psi  Modulus of rupture fr = 7.5λf'c  λ= 1 for light weight concrete

Q: Explain Field permeability tests.

A: Field test of Permeability: There are lots of field test of permeability some of them are mentioned…

Q: Is there a mechanism that would explain why combined air-water backwashes would preform best?

A: There is a process that, if understood, may provide light on why combined air-and-water backwashes…

Q: Describe in detail why frack-wells fail at such a high rate.

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Q: What are the conditions required for the notorious frost heave problem to occur? Explain in detail…

A: The frost heave indicates swelling of the soil in upward direction as a result of ice formation due…

Q: Explain the field procedure for injection grouting.

A: Grouting is usually carried out by driving pipes or boring holes into the ground, and then pumping…

Q: SCC and Plain Concrete What is superplasticizer and why do we use it?

A: Superplasticizers (SPs), also known as high range water reducers, are additives used in…

Q: 7.22 Casing with an ID of 10.05 in. and a strength in tension of 450,000 lbf in the joints and…

A: Introduction Casting is a construction method that involves pouring a fluid material into a mold…

Q: WHAT IS THE NSCP MODULUS RUPTURE

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Q: What are the various methods for determining permeability?

A: Permeability is the capacity of a rock layer to transmit water or other fluids, such as oil. The…

Time and time related variables in engineering

Time is the event progression starting from past to present and then, future statistically. The time-related variable is any particular value in relation to time to assess its changes on a specified (XY) plane.