This article examines pile types based on behavior—not material. It also outlines how engineers select the right pile for each situation. Good outcomes require understanding…
Author: Omotoriogun Victor
A dedicated, passion-driven and highly skilled engineer with extensive knowledge in research, construction and structural design of civil engineering structures to several codes of practices
This article explains the origin, meaning, application, and implications of HA and HB loadings.
image shows structural failures of the sampoon Supertore
This article examines a misunderstood topic: functional redundancy in structural design. Not redundancy in the traditional sense—where backup systems prevent collapse—but in the ability of a structure to continue serving its intended purpose even when compromised.
This article explores the dangers of chasing and cutting structural members during service installations. It explains how such alterations compromise safety and performance.
This article presents an in-depth guide to estimating settlement in cohesive clay soils using empirical formulas. It explores how clays respond to loading, classifies types of settlement, introduces key empirical methods, and walks through worked examples.
This article explores what structural engineers must know about below-ground drainage. It draws directly from the IStructE Technical Guidance Note (Level 1, No. 34), offering…
It’s common to hear engineers or contractors say, “Shrinkage cracks are normal.” While common, they are not harmless. These cracks provide entry points for water, chlorides, and other aggressive agents.
This article explores why the disconnect exists. It examines how fire affects structural elements, why code-based design falls short, and what must change to close the gap between theoretical safety and real resilience
This article explores common assumptions made during assessments. Each assumption can mislead even experienced engineers, leading to errors in judgment, design missteps, and, ultimately, unsafe recommendations.