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What is Bitumen?What Are Common Bitumen Production Methods?

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What is Bitumen?                     Bitumen is a form of petroleum.  This material has a sticky and viscous form that makes it a suitable choice for wide applications in the construction industry.  Bitumen manufacturing process includes separating different components of petroleum.  This separation is based on the boiling point of each component.  This process is called bitumen distillation.  The outcome is a material called bitumen that gets widely used for road paving, waterproofing, and roofing applications. According to Infinity Galaxy, bitumen is mainly a composition of hydrocarbons.  However, in the bitumen manufacturing process, other materials are used, such as small amounts of nitrogen, sulfur, and maltenes.  It is also used in the asphalt refining process to provide the required durability for road construction. Bitumen production and the exact composition varies based on the crude ...

What are Fly Ash Bricks? Raw Materials Used in Fly Ash Brick Manufacturing

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What are Fly Ash Bricks?                Fly ash, cement, sand, and water are combined to create fly ash bricks. Burning coal in power plants produces fine, powdery fly ash.               It is collected by electrostatic precipitators and other pollution control devices before escaping into the atmosphere.               Fly ash is a waste material that can be tapped as a valuable resource for producing bricks.                  Using fly ash in brickmaking can reduce the environmental impact of coal-fired power plants and conserve natural resources like clay, traditionally used in brickmaking.         Raw Materials Used in Fly Ash Brick Manufacturing          The manufacturing process of fly ash bricks involves using several raw materials mixed together ...

Different Shapes of Sewers

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  Different Shapes of Sewers A sewer is an underground pipe used to carry wastewater. Or, we can say it is an underground system used to carry sewage. In this post, I will show you 10 different shapes of sewers with diagrammatic images as well. Mostly circular-shaped sewer is preferred for most places and is suitable for all types of sewage. Shapes of sewer can also be called  types of sewer  according to their shapes. Let’s begin. 1. Circular Shaped Sewer Circular sewer is mostly used sewer and is preferred for all types of sewage. This shape of sewer is easy to construct, requires less construction materials and is economical. Circular Shaped Sewer 2. Standard Egg-shaped Sewer In the same flow condition, a standard egg-shaped sewer gives higher velocity as compared to a circular-shaped sewer. Therefore, it is suitable for low flow conditions. The construction process of such types of sewers is difficult and requires more amount of construction materials. Hence, it is co...

What is Compressive Strength?

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The compressive strength of concrete is a fundamental property that plays a crucial role in determining the structural integrity and durability of concrete structures.  It is a measure of the concrete's ability to withstand axial loads or forces that tend to squeeze or crush the material.  Compressive strength is one of the key factors considered in the design and assessment of concrete structures, and it is vital in ensuring that concrete can support the applied loads without failing. This piece of writing will cover all about the Compressive Strength of concrete. This topic is important for all the upcoming civil engineering examinations, including SSC JE CE and RRB JE Civil. What is Compressive Strength? Compressive strength is the ability of concrete to resist crushing or compression under a load.  It is one of the most important mechanical properties of concrete, as it helps determine the load-carrying capacity of structures such as columns, beams, slabs, and foundat...

Types of materials for doors

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Common materials for doors include wood, fiberglass, steel, and aluminum, each offering different benefits like warmth, durability, security, and a modern aesthetic. Other options are glass for light and views, and composite materials or PVC for a combination of features like weather resistance and energy efficiency. The best choice depends on factors like security needs, budget, and aesthetic preference.  Wood Description: A classic material known for its natural beauty and durability. Best for: Interior and exterior doors, French doors, and barn doors. Considerations : Requires treatment against termites and maintenance; can be expensive.  Steel Description: Provides high security and is very durable. Best for: Exterior and entry doors. Considerations: Prone to dents and scratches, which can be visible.  Fiberglass Description: Combines strength, style, and low maintenance, with good energy efficiency. Best for: Exterior doors. Considerations: A versatile option tha...

Vastu Shastra Tips for New Home

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Why Is Vastu Important? Vastu Shastra helps improve your interest in spirituality. The art and science behind Vastu help promote internal peace and calm. Apart from this, it can encourage cooperative relationships among the people living inside the home. Vastu for Homes focuses on directions and the shapes of structures. The shapes of the room can be rectangular, square, wheel-shaped, and bar-shaped. The directions are Southeast - Agneya, Southwest - Nyruthi, Northeast - Eesanya, and Northwest - Vayuvya. 12 principles are involved apart from directions and shapes, such as furniture requirement, circulation, aspect, privacy, roominess, flexibility, economy, elegance, prospect, grouping, and sanitation, used for planning the design of a structure. Vastu Shastra establishes a connection between the physical environment and quality of life. Therefore, investing in Vastu-compliant real estate ensures not just a physical structure but a harmonious living space designed to promote positive en...