Kinetic Roads: A New Way to Power Our Cities In light of the increasing environmental impacts of automobile movements, electric energy is fast replacing fossil-based energy as the principal driving power. The kinetic road presents an alternative source of electrical…
What is Fineness Modulus of Coarse Aggregates? Aggregates play an important role in both cement concrete and bituminous concrete (asphalt), as they increase the mechanical strength of the mix. However, the different sizes and shapes of the particles used have…
CC Road Construction Of all road types, if you have to select the most rugged and durable one, waste no time and go for CC roads. Despite its high initial cost, the CC, or cement concrete road, is fast becoming…
What is Dry Batch Concrete Modern construction aims to achieve better performance in an eco-friendly way and at a lower cost. The use of dry-batch concrete helps meet all criteria by offering some unique advantages. However, dry-batch concrete is best…
What is Wet Mix Plant A wet-mix plant plays an important role in asphalt road construction as it helps build the base course. The base course is made of bituminous macadam produced in a wet-mix plant to form the vital…
Excavation in Road Construction: Methods and Steps Excavation is critical in any construction project that involves removing dirt, rocks, and any unwanted materials from a site in order to build a strong foundation for a structure. When it comes to…
Road Construction Materials: Types and Uses Imagine yourself driving down a well-built road with the wind in your hair and no worries in the world. The journey is seamless, and your vehicle glides effortlessly. Driving on a smooth road in…
What is Bituminous Concrete- Application Example and Uses When it comes to highway construction, there are two distinct types: asphalt roads and concrete roads. While concrete roads have some edges, over 90% of roads are made of asphalt, also known…
The two major considerations behind choosing a road construction method are the expected traffic load and the allocated budget. That explains why most of the local roads in rural and even urban areas in India are WBM roads (with thin…
Use of Eco-Friendly Materials in The Future of Construction Urbanization is the goal of any country hence it appears that concrete, steel, aluminium, and plastic seem like they are here to stay. However, the new trends in construction may choose…