Category: Glossary Term

What is uniaxial geogrid? Uniaxial geogrids are a kind of geosynthetic material  having reinforcing ribs that are mostly oriented in one direction. They have extra strength and stiffness in this particular direction, which makes them very useful for numerous soil reinforcement purposes. These grids can be manufactured from materials like Polyethylene geogrid or, most commonly… Continue reading Uniaxial geogrid

What is tensile strength? Material tensile strength is the greatest stress that can be tolerated by any material without breaking. It is applied in civil engineering to establish what happens to a material when it is stretched. Meaning of tensile strength in terms of the ability of materials not to fail under tension which guarantees… Continue reading Tensile strength

What is meant by soil stabilization? Soil stabilization involves enhancing the physical characteristics of soil that give it its strength, durability, and bearing capacity. It is the necessary foundation for most residential developments to be built. These activities are meant to alter the features of soil to improve its performance as an engineering material. Importance… Continue reading Soil stabilisation

What is a retaining wall? A retaining wall is a structure that checks soil eroding and sliding. It may be used to control runoff and prevent flooding. The choice of materials like masonry, wood, or concrete for retaining walls depends on the design requirements and site limitations. What is the purpose of retaining walls? They… Continue reading Retaining walls

What is reinforcement in civil engineering? Reinforcement in civil engineering means to add additional materials such as steel, fabrics, or geosynthetics products to concrete or other such construction materials to improve the overall strength and durability of the foundation. In a layman language, reinforcement means incorporating these substances to improve the structural aspects of constructions… Continue reading Reinforcement

What are pond ash embankments? Pond ash embankment is a human built structure from pond ash. It is a byproduct of coal combustion in thermal power plants. Pond ash embankments can be used for a variety of applications, including:       Constructing roads and highways       Raising the level of land  … Continue reading Pond ash embankment

Polyester geogrids, a specialised category of geosynthetics, are the core of applications like soil reinforcement and structural support in civil engineering. This article has deep dive details of polyester geogrids in terms of properties and their production processes, along with applications and advantages they hold in the field of civil engineering. Polyester geogrid: Definition These… Continue reading Polyester geogrid

In the constantly changing environment of civil engineering, pavement design is important in establishing structures that will stand the test of time. Whether you’re driving around a big city or riding on a country interchange, the moving surface you are on is a product of art and science. The roads are continuously becoming congested and… Continue reading Pavement design

Identifying the meaning of MSE in the construction field MSE is an abbreviation that means ‘‘mechanically stabilized earth’’ in construction. MSE is applied where the construction of a structure is necessary; the majority of the time, retaining and soil structures are reinforced utilizing man-made objects. This is due to the fact that the method is… Continue reading Mechanically stabilised earth wall

Leachate: What is it, where is it found and how it can affect your landfill? Leachate is defined as a type of pollutant created by water passing through a solid waste material generated within municipal confines. This discharge is created by the change in the physical, biological, or chemical waste products which are exposed to… Continue reading Leachate