Kalpataru International Senior Quality Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Shear wall is a structural element used to resist lateral forces such as wind or earthquake.

• Shear walls are typically made of reinforced concrete, masonry, or wood.

• They are placed in the perimeter of a building or in the center to provide stability.

• Shear walls reduce the amount of sway or deformation in a building during a seismic event.

• They also help to distribute the load of the building evenly across the foundation.

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Shear walls are used to resist lateral forces. Types include braced, unbraced, and coupled. IS code: IS 456:2000.

• Shear walls are vertical elements that resist lateral forces such as wind and earthquakes.

• Braced shear walls have diagonal braces that resist lateral forces.

• Unbraced shear walls rely on their own stiffness to resist lateral forces.

• Coupled shear walls are two or more shear walls connected by beams or slabs.

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Precautions for slab concrete in rainy season

• Ensure proper drainage to prevent water accumulation on the slab

• Cover the slab with waterproof materials to protect it from rain

• Monitor weather forecasts and plan concrete pouring accordingly

• Use additives in the concrete mix to improve its resistance to water damage

• Allow extra time for curing due to slower drying in rainy conditions

Scenario: A customer reports a defect in a product

• Gather information about the defect from the customer

• Investigate the root cause of the defect

• Determine the impact of the defect on the product and customers

• Develop and implement a corrective action plan

• Verify the effectiveness of the corrective action

• Communicate the resolution to the customer