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	Structural Dynamics This blog shows the fundamental concept on structural dynamics, including the introduction of mass, stiffness and damping components, to single degree of freedom system under various excitation and finally multi-degree of freedom system.
Structural Analysis This blog shows the structural analysis methods to determine the internal forces and deflection of beam, frame and truss. Analysis of statically indeterminate structure using force method, slope-deflection equation and moment distribution are discussed, and the procedures are demonstrated as well.
	Design Manual This blog provides the audiences RC structure design manual to BS8110 and steel connection design manual to BS5950. For RC structure, the scope of manuals include slab, beam, column and pile cap. Manual for bolted and welded steel connections are prepared for steel structure design.
Retaining Structures This blog shows the applicable soil mechanics knowledge for retaining structures design. Determination of lateral earth pressure under different situation is discussed, and then both rigid and flexible walls are introduced. Miscellaneous types of retaining structures are also briefly discussed.
	Highway This blog shows the concept in highway design, starting from the system hierarchy to traffic characteristics. The principle of highway geometry design i.e. horizontal and vertical alignments are presented in detail, alongside the cross sectional elements.
Bridge This blog shows the principles of prestressing in concrete bridge and its components. The design and construction of bridge are discussed subsequently, for various types of bridges: slab bridge, beam-and-slab bridge, segmental box girders, cable stayed bridge and many more.
	Foundation This blog shows the concept in foundation design, including both shallow and deep foundations. The calculation of ultimate bearing capacity of foundation systems is presented, as well as various engineering solution to establish stable support from the earth underneath the structure.
Hydrology This blog shows the key concepts of hydrology, starting from qualitative representation to quantitative analysis for the transportation components of hydrologic cycle. Important topics such as flood routing, erosion and sedimentation are focused as well.
	Construction Material This blog presents information of commonly used construction materials, such as aggregates, cement, timber, metallic materials and so on. We mainly discuss the properties of these materials, and share some information regarding the manufacturing process.