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What is structural engineering and why is it important?
Do you find yourself constantly coming across the term “structural engineering” and not really knowing what it entails or how it differs from other forms of engineering? Well, never fear BellMont is here to help you unpack what this fundamental engineering discipline is all about. What is it? Structural engineering is the application of maths and physics to materials such as concrete, stone, steel, timber and glass among others to ensure structures such as buildings, bridges, towers and other forms of infrastructure are able to withstand the demands placed upon them in a safe, sustainable and visually stunning manner. In other words, structural engineers possess the skills to analyse the structural integrity and strength of a building and provide resolutions that are both financially and environmentally effective. Why is it important?
Buildings, bridges, towers, dams and tunnels. What do they all have in common? Not only do they fall under the engineering discipline of structural engineering but, they are also frequently used by pedestrians on a daily basis.
Structural engineering is crucial as it enables people to go about their daily activities without hazard, ensuring that the structures they encounter are safe to use and are durable for years to come. Without structural engineers the world we have come to know would be nowhere near as safe or sustainable, we would be spending ridiculous amounts of money and resources knocking down structures to build new ones, in a constant state of worry that the places we reside in or encounter are not structurally adequate. BellMont have specialised in the field of structural and civil engineering for over 17 years and truly understand the impact our industry has. We have played an integral part in the transformation of hundreds of structures over those years and have witnessed the power a structural engineer has in ensuring that future generations can appreciate the architecture of both our time and the past . Now that we have welcomed you to the wonderful world of structural engineering, why not head over to the case studies section of our website to see the transformative works the engineers within this field are capable of!
8 Comments
16/10/2020 04:13:01 pm
I do love that this post assured us that a structural engineer is someone who is able to inspect the foundation of our home, and therefore ensuring its safety. My wife just bought a house recently. Due to its age, I think it would benefit her to hire a structural engineer to ensure its foundation is still solid. 23/3/2021 01:25:14 am
My wife and I came up with some floor plans for a home that we want to build, but I want to make sure that they are realistic before we start building. It makes sense that we would want to work with a structural engineer to find out! That way, we don't have to worry about the home falling apart.
Ankita Bakshi is a Technical Product Engineer on Spatial Statistics Team at Esri. With a background in environmental engineering and computer science, she is passionate about solving social, economic and environmental problems with Spatial Analysis and Data Science. In her role, Ankita enjoys researching, finding solutions to build software and also loves creating video and written content to make the software tools more approachable and applicable to real world challenges. Outside of work Ankita enjoys going on hikes, painting landscapes and listening to Bollywood music. 13/11/2021 04:19:52 am
I like that this post encouraged us that when looking to hire a structural engineer, it is best that we consider their experience. It makes sense as it will indicate how skilled they are. I will definitely be mindful of their experience when I look to hire them for a job. Leave a Reply. |
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