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Mohr’s circle explained from first principles: plane stress transformation, principal stresses, maximum shear stress, the sign convention, step-by-step construction, and two fully worked numerical examples.
Bernoulli’s equation explained from the energy principle: full derivation, assumptions and limitations, the pressure/velocity/elevation heads, real applications, and worked numerical examples.
Euler’s buckling theory derived: the critical buckling load formula, effective length for different end conditions, slenderness ratio, the limit of validity, and worked numerical examples.
How to analyse statically determinate trusses: assumptions, the method of joints and method of sections, identifying zero-force members, and complete worked numerical examples.
A detailed comparison of ACI 318 (USA) and IS 456 (India) for reinforced concrete design: design philosophy, load and strength reduction factors, material strengths, cover, and detailing.
A detailed comparison of Eurocode 2 (EN 1992-1-1) and IS 456 (India) for reinforced concrete: partial factors, concrete classes, load combinations, and stress blocks.
IS code-compliant engineering calculators built for practising engineers, students, and AE/JE exam candidates. No registration required.
Design concrete mixes step-by-step as per IS 10262:2019. Calculates water-cement ratio, aggregate proportions, and mix quantities for any target strength from M15 to M60.
Design and size a solar photovoltaic power plant for residential, commercial, or industrial applications. Calculates panel count, inverter size, battery bank, and annual energy yield.
Design flexible and rigid pavements as per IRC:37 and IRC:58. Calculates total pavement thickness, layer composition, and CBR-based design for NH/SH/MDR/ODR roads.
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by Er. Ranadip Chakraborty
Founder, Bastukar • Chartered Engineer (India) • Government Civil Engineer
With over 11 years of hands-on experience in government civil engineering projects — from road construction and bridge design to water supply infrastructure — Er. Ranadip Chakraborty founded Bastukar to bridge the gap between textbook theory and real-world civil engineering practice in India. His content is grounded in IS codes, IRC standards, and field experience.