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1 (a)
Explain under which conditions pile foundation is preferable?
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1 (b)
Which points can be considered while selecting the type of pile?
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2 (a)
Differentiate between End bearing pile and Friction pile.
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2 (b)
Write short note on sand piles with its advantages and disadvantages.
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2 (c)
Discuss various causes of failure of piles.
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3 (a)
What is Coffer Dam? State requirements of a coffer dam.
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3 (b)
Describe with sketch single walled cofferdam.
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3 (c)
Write short note on cellular cofferdam.
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3 (d)
Explain the ways by which the leakage can be prevented in coffer dams.
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4 (a)
Write short note on box caisson with sketch.
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4 (b)
What do you mean by pneumatic caisson? Discuss its construction procedure
with sketch.
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4 (c)
Write short note on tilting of caissons.
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4 (d)
What is caisson sickness or diseases? What are the precautions to be taken to
avoid caisson sickness?
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5 (a)
Explain cement grouting to control ground water in excavations.
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5 (b)
Write short note on slip formwork.
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5 (c)
Discuss planning of earthquake resistant building.
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5 (d)
Write short note on demolition plan.
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