Category: Glossary Term

What does “bond strength in geosynthetics” mean? Bond strength refers to the ability of geosynthetic materials to stick to the surrounding soil and the building material. Bond strength in geosynthetics is responsible for significantly influencing the durability and performance of structures in various civil engineering applications particularly in soil stabilization and pavement structures. Bond strength… Continue reading Bond strength

The essence of civil engineering is a strong structure. It involves proper planning, excellent material choices, cost-effective construction techniques, and, most importantly, robust and durable structures that can last for years. Engineers use bituminous coatings to safeguard a structure’s durability from seepage, corrosion, or unwanted decomposition. Because of its properties, bituminous coatings are proven to be… Continue reading Bituminous coating

What is bitumen? A successful and long-lasting structure comprises several good engineering choices of construction materials. One of the most important materials is bitumen. Bitumen is naturally available and extracted from crude oil. For over 4,000 years, it has been an integral part of the construction industry. Earlier, bitumen insulated houses, boats, castles, and other… Continue reading Bitumen

Biaxial geogrid: definition, application, and benefits of using biaxial geogrids A biaxial geogrid is a geosynthetic material designed with soil reinforcement in two orthogonal directions: longitudinal and transverse. This has a high tensile strength in both axes, and its versatility is therefore suitable for many applications in civil engineering. Such geogrids are manufactured using materials… Continue reading Biaxial geogrid

What is backfill material? Every aspect of civil engineering plays a vital role in creating a durable and long-lasting structure. One crucial material is backfill. Although this material seems to be an underdog, it plays a significant role in filling the gaps in the foundation. Before we delve into the depths of backfill material, let’s understand… Continue reading Backfill material

What are Atterberg’s limits? Constructing a structure requires several green flags before building the foundation. One of the most important checks is soil testing. This soil testing determines the soil behaviour. There are several methods of soil testing. However, the most reliable method is the Atterberg’s limit. It is the foundation level of soil testing.… Continue reading Atterberg limits

What is asphalt? Asphalt is a composite material obtained by the result of commixing mineral aggregates and the distillation by-product known as bitumen, which is obtained from petroleum. A long-lasting cost-effective product used mainly in road construction and rehabilitation, asphalt’s smooth elastic flexible features make it an indispensable raw material in the infrastructure industry. Its… Continue reading Asphalt roads

Asphalt reinforcement: definition, use, and type Asphalt reinforcement is the process of reinforcing the layers of asphalt pavements to improve the service life of the road. Asphalt can be defined as the mixture of a petroleum biproduct with aggregate such as sand, gravel and a binder such as bitumen. It’s the final surface which is applied to… Continue reading Asphalt reinforcement

How are they built and what are their benefits? Asphalt pavement is a composite material made of stones and sand mixed with asphalt. Asphalt is a dense, viscous, dark liquid derived from petroleum. The substance is sometimes called bitumen, a name that emphasizes its adhesive nature and its resistance to damage from water and oil.… Continue reading Asphalt pavement