3 Basic stabilizing mechanisms
-Diagonal bracing frame doesn't transmit moments.
-Shear Panels are stiff that can be either concrete or steel.
-Moment Connections are independently stable.
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Below are the ingredients that go into making concrete. The ingredients must be mixed at a specific measurement per component, this is to make sure the cement has the right consistency to provide correct adhesive. #bcn2210#fiu#fiumossschool#construction@FIU_MossSchool
Silt tends to be a poor bearing soil if placed alone. This can cause a foundation to crack or collapse. To the right, we can also see different types of soil and their properties. #bcn2210#fiu#fiumossschool#construction@FIU_Mossschool
A quick comparison of coarse-grained soil (left) and fine-grained soil (right). Coarse-grained soils is made of large particles and used for building foundations. #bcn2210#fiu#fiumossschool#construction@FIU_Mossschool
Soil is a huge support to Buildings / Infrastructure.
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Most of the buildings we see on a daily basis are built on soil
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The evaluation of soil conditions is very important to guarantee safe operation in excavations is required in the construction standard by OSHA 1971. Here is about Soil Classification and Testing
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Every region (state) has its own Building Code like the State of Florida.
Here's a ranked list by state rated reported by Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety
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Florida is in 2nd place.
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The Design-Bid-Build is the most common method to complete a variety of construction projects. This Construction Delivery Method allows the most control over the end result of the project. #bcn2210#FIU#fiumossschool#construction@FIU_MossSchool