21. Explain different types of bonds used in brick masonry with sketches.

Q: Q: Demonstrate various steps of application of (1) Lime plaster and (2) Stucco plaster on a masonry…

A: Lime plaster - Lime plaster is indeed a form of mortar, typically non-hydraulic fluid lime (as well…

Q: Identify and cite the uses of the types of standard mortars?

A: Mortar is a Paste/Composite Material mainly Composed of Binding Material (Matrix), Aggregate…

Q: Which type of mortar is used for general construction of exposed masonry load-bearing walls?

A: Mortar is a material which is produced by mixing cement ,sand and water. Mortar is used to fill the…

Q: What methods are used to form bricks?

A: The preparation of bricks involves 4-different operations: Those are, Preparation of clay for brick…

Q: What is the difference between rubble and ashlar stone used for wall construction?

A: Rubble is broken stone and  naturally found rubble in the soil is known also as 'brash'  (1)…

Q: What type of masonry surfaces produce the best mortar bond?

A: The bond strength was determined from uniaxial tension specimens obtained by coring the brickwork…

Q: Why are mortar water-retention properties important?

A: the question is basically from concret technology relating to cement sand mixing property.

Q: Define solid and hollow masonry units according to ASTM C90.

A: The concrete masonry units are of two types,  Solid masonry unit Hollow masonry units. The solid…

Q: What are the different ways concrete masonry units are cured?

A: There are two basic ways of curing concrete masonary - 1) using low pressure steam kiln 2) by…

Q: Classify the ingredients used to manufacture masonry cement?

A: Type of masonry cement lime cement Gypsum cement  Surkhi cement Different ingredients in lime…

Q: Where does the foundation walls cracks occurs?

A: The complete or incomplete layers of concrete that get separated are termed as cracks. These cracks…

Q: Q1) what are the properties of good brick mention them and support your answer with the dimension…

A: Properties of good brick:

Q: What advantages are there to autoclaved concrete masonry units?

A: Solution: Benefits of using Autoclaved masonry units:1. It is Recyclable material 2. It is Highly…

Q: A solid masonry unit has what percentage of voids? O a. 25

A: ANSWER: a) <25

Q: d) How many square meters of the wall will be applied with fine plaster? e) What is the rebar factor…

A: Given that  Height of wall = 2.5m  Thickness of wall=4'' Diameter of bar=10 mm Interior wall…

Q: A 10-foot high by 75-foot long wall will be faced with standard size brick 3 1/2 x 2 1/4 x 8…

A: Wall is a structural member which has many uses such as It act as a partition for rooms It act as a…

Q: What is the expected strength of concrete block masonry built with 2000 psi units and Type S mortar?

A: In case of concrete block made with S type mortar, the compressive strength of the concrete block…

Q: How are special brick courses such as soldier and brick-on-edge courses dealt with in a masonry…

A: Soldier and brick-on-edge:

Q: What is mortar made of?

A: Mortar is a binding material that binds the building blocks (bricks) of any building together. It is…

Q: What are the classifications of structural clay masonry units?

A: Structural clay masonry units  are classified into two types 1. Brick masonry with mud 2. Brick…

Q: 1. Determine the number of 7 5/8-inch-high by 5 5/8-inch-wide by 15 5/8-inch-long concrete blocks…

A: Wall is an basic structural member of building/structure.It helps in bearing load and its transfer…

Q: What can be done to reduce moisture penetration through masonry walls?

A: To reduce moisture penetration through masonry walls: Moisture penetration is controlled by…

Q: Explain the difference among cement plaster, cement render and cement screed? Under what situations…

A: Since the purpose of plastering and the rendering and screeding is to create a smooth surface, where…

Q: Describe the usual method of calculating quantities of bricks or blocks in a masonry takeoff.

A: The brick or block masonry is placing the brick or block in layers at the required pattern with…

Q: What is the lowest temperature at which mortar can be laid before requiring protection from…

A: If mortar is used below the lowest temperature it may not set properly and if water is retained in…

Q: 4, What are the two main kinds of masonry crack? What are the commonly used methods to reinforce the…

A: There are two main type of crack is given below: Horizontal cracks Vertical cracks

Q: Explain the advantages and disadvantages of the various mortar joints?

A: The advantages are: 1.They can be formed in different forms. 2.With the help of troweling and…

Q: What are the basic materials used to produce mortar?

A: Mortar is a bonding agent used to join the building blocks in a masonry. It consists of a binding…

Q: Why are control and expansion joints required in masonry walls?

A: Control joints- In masonry walls, these joints are vertical weak planes built intentionally or cut…

Q: Where would you use the lowest-strength mortar?

A: since the type of mortar is not mentioned i assume it to be concrete mortar

Q: Describe the process used to lay brick and concrete masonry units?

A: The process is below:

Q: What are the functions of mortar?

A: Mortar: Mortar is a material used in masonry construction to fill the gaps between the bricks and…

Q: Q3/ List four points of the Engineering Properties for the Bricks?

A: Brick is one of the oldest materials used in engineering construction work. It mainly used in…

Q: . Assume wall height to be 3.0 m openings at: a. common area Doors (0.9x2.1), windows (1.2x1.2) b.…

A:

Q: 1. Why is it important that the concrete masonry units meet certain absorption requirements? 2. What…

A: Note: We'll answer the first question since the exact one wasn't specified. Please resubmit a new…

Q: Q-3 You are the chief and the site engineer was confused. He cannot separate the mortar and plaster…

A: Definition: Mortar - It is a material used in construction work to make a bond between bricks and/or…

Q: Discuss the difference between Hollow and Perforated bricks with sketch

A: Hollow bricks Hollow Bricks are also known as the cellular or cavity bricks. Such bricks have wall…

Q: How many brick would be required for a masonry wall that measures 120 lineal feet long by 8 feet…

A:

Pressurized pipe flow

A 15-kilometer-long pipe with a pipe diameter of one meter transports water at a speed of one meter per second. The pipe has a friction coefficient of 0.005. Calculate the frictional head loss?