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Structural engineers are now responsible for making designs, conducting structural analysis, and making sturdy structure with accurate steel and rebar detailing.

Know how BIM & Earthquake engineering enhance the way for structural engineers to design and build a strong structures.

In September this year, when a popular church in Nigeria collapsed and 116 people were killed, an urgent probe was ordered. Did this fatal collapse occur due to lack of attention given to the buildings structural design? The structural design of a building is largely responsible for the security and safety of its occupants. According to a research it was recorded that the structures of majority buildings that have collapsed, were not supervised by experts.

Today's construction industry relies heavily on robust steel development. Accurate structural engineering promises sturdy buildings that withstand unexpected natural disasters. Engineers, fabricators, constructors and builders are extensively assisted by structural steel detailers and play a vital role across the construction process.

A retaining wall might seem to some, a simple structure of stone, concrete or timber, however designing and building a retaining wall structure involves complex engineering. Retaining wall restricts and binds the tons of soil that can erode due to water flows and damage the foundation of the surrounding property.

Structural engineers might have often heard of the saying that 'earthquakes do not kill people, buildings do'. It is so true, and we have learnt this the hard way. Recently Nepal experienced one of the worst earthquakes. Buildings got razed from the face of earth and there were several casualties reported. While we cannot prevent earthquakes, it is definitely possible to ensure that the damage caused due to this natural disaster is minimal. This is possible via earthquake resistant buildings and cities.

BIM Can Help Oil and Gas Projects Review Designs with Clients More Easily and Produce Documentation 50% Faster: Oil and gas industry has always had one consistent demand; and that is to build huge complex structures. But the matter doesn’t end here. The engineering and meticulous execution needs both; on site and off site, which becomes impossible to meet manually. Projects that overrun in the oil and gas industries, have deeper cost impacts that extend over the …

Just as important it is to build; it is to demolish -for various reasons - infrastructure development, the lifespan of a structure, loss of stability… et cetera, et cetera. Both processes are backed by precision-driven know-how, technique, and experience that bridges the divide between theory and practice. This is a round-table, where structural engineers and architects will decode 'The Ecosystem of Demolition' in conversation with a Demolition Expert.

The Musical Theatre and the Exhibition Hall in Rhike Park by Studio Fuksas is a modern structure inserted in the urban fabric of old town Tbilisi. Sitting on a 2.5 acre plot, the structure is sure to take your breath away! Read on to know more here...

Architects, contractors, occupants and various other stakeholders can easily access the valuable information instantaneously about the building model, as BIM makes it easy for designers to create such intelligent environment. However, the only limitation of such 3D BIM models is that they are prepared basis the amount of information and input fed in the BIM model by the architectural design support team.

Up until two weeks back, only very digitally savvy people were heard using the term Augmented Reality - AR. Pokemon Go has turned the tables drastically bringing in immense awareness about AR. the truth is that many contractors and architects are experimenting with AR as a visualization tool, which means the technology is already being used in the built environment as part of the architectural and structural design process.

Lifescale - When we come across profound thinking in architecture and design, it opens up new avenues of action…Check out acclaimed Ar. Jaisim's views on architecture and share with us your feedback...Click on the link to read more>>

Zaha Hadid Architects strengthens their research into high-rise construction that balances structure and organic form for the entire height of the edifice with their latest 62-storey residential tower #OneThousandMuseum in #Miami.

What factors impact the incorporation of a modern intervention in a historic piece of architecture? Check out the design of the new retractable roof that will soon grace Verona's historic arena. And do please give us your views…