Метка: structural
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How to stretch a T-shirt if it shrinks after washing
Did something go wrong while washing and now the new T-shirt is too small? Let’s look at this issue from the point of view of physical and chemical processes. We will understand where we make mistakes and how we can restore the size of things. The property of shrinkage is typical for fabrics made from…
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Comparing Cat 5e and Cat 6 Standards
Network technologies are constantly evolving, trying to provide more and more bandwidth. And telecommunications equipment is also improving. It would be strange if today’s terabit data volumes were transmitted over some kind of two-wire ADSL, wouldn’t it? Therefore, it was replaced by Ethernet, and then fiber in general. Nevertheless, it was Ethernet that became the…
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Compare OSB and drywall
Drywall and OSB — slabs of gypsum and wood, respectively. They have a similar scope and are intended for wall cladding, slab shaping, leveling floors, creating ceilings and similar construction operations. However, with a general similarity, OSB and drywall are designed for different purposes. To compare OSB and drywall, consider these materials in detail. Advantages…
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What is the difference between cement D0 and D20
In options D0 and D20, cement grades M500 and M400, also known as “five hundred” and “four hundred”, respectively, are mainly produced. It is intended for masonry and plastering work, and is used in pouring foundations, manufacturing structures, beams and floor slabs from concrete, in residential and industrial construction. Marking «M500» means that this cement…
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Compare mechanical keyboard and membrane
Mechanical keyboards are very often opposed to membrane keyboards — as if they have a minimum response time, and typing is a pleasure, and even cookie crumbs do not get stuck between the keys. True, such “input devices” cost more than one thousand rubles. We will figure out whether it is worth overpaying and how…
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Compare polystyrene and mineral wool
Builders often argue about which insulation is better to choose for certain conditions. Some say — polystyrene, others insist on the good old mineral wool. In general, both options are great for home insulation, since they have almost identical thermal conductivity coefficients. But other than that, they are radically different. Our experts understood the question:…
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Compare lining and imitation timber
Finishing with natural wood has not lost its relevance for many years, although materials that imitate real wood are trying to compete with it. Among a variety of lumber, imitation timber and lining are considered one of the most versatile, but many are confused about the intricacies of each product. Our experts will tell you…
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Compare claydite block and gas block
Starting construction, our readers often ask which is better: expanded clay or gas block, what are the differences and whether these popular building materials have similarities. Since childhood, we know that everything is known in comparison, therefore, how can one say what is better without making a comparative analysis, otherwise the conversation will be about…
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Compare Alabaster and gypsum
Alabaster and gypsum — these concepts are often confused, which can lead to incorrect use of gypsum materials, as they have different properties from each other and are used for different purposes. Our building experts understand the terminology and features of these materials to provide clarity and help you choose the right one for your…
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Compare wood concrete and aerated concrete
Wood concrete and aerated concrete are materials that have become increasingly used in the construction of low-rise private housing, competing with traditional brick, wood, and monolithic concrete. Wood concrete and aerated concrete are similar in properties, so our experts have made a detailed comparative analysis of their properties, advantages and disadvantages in order to help…