In this episode, Maithili Ghadge, podcast host, talks with Robert, a Civil Engineer with over 12 years of experience in the Design and Construction Management of Civil and Structural Engineering projects. He endeavours to enhance his engineering knowledge through attending continuous professional development courses and workshops. Over the years, he has attained skills to manage, control and direct Engineering projects from start to completion while communicating effectively at all levels during the projects cycle.
Robert talks about what is reinforced concrete, how concrete is placed and finished, the best concrete setting time, and what can be done before setting. He also talks about the design of concrete and why it is necessary, the importance of cover, concrete curing, and its different methods. Tune in to learn more about reinforced concrete and why we need joints in concrete.
Timestamps
[00:52] The definition of concrete
[02:00] What is reinforced concrete?
[05:18] How concrete is placed and finished
[07:47] The best setting time of concrete and what can be done before setting
[09:37] The design of concrete and why it is necessary
[11:47] The importance of cover in reinforced concrete
[13:54] Concrete curing and its different methods
[17:03] Why do we need joints in concrete and the different types of joints
[20:31] Final words
Quotes
● Concrete is a construction material made up of a chemical substance called aggregate, which can be sand, or gravel bonded together by cement and water to make a hard substance.
● Concrete is the most widely used substance after water.
● Concrete is used to make almost everything in construction.
● It is necessary to have a concrete design because when exerted to the forces during its use, it will not fail.
