DIFFERENTIAL AXIAL SHORTENING IN TALL BUILDINGS

Abstract

First of all, I would like to thank my mentor and guide, Prof. Bhupinder singh for introducing me to the world of research. I still remember the first day when I walked into his office, with a desire to do contribute in the field concrete technology and in the class of Tall building analysis. He welcomed me, an undergraduate at that time, and guided me through the inception process. It has been 2 years since then, and there has been no turning back. His passion for science and willingness to explore new things have helped me throughout this journey. Working with Prof. Bhupinder singh has given me an extensive idea about the modeling of Buildings, develop theories to explain the concepts and finally conduct experiments to confirm them. I have learned so many things from him, related to both, the subject and life in general. I always enjoy discussions and conversations with him. Thank you, sir, for your constant support and guidance. I would also like to thank my parents and sister for their willingness to support me through higher studies. In a society where post graduating from a college, and seeking job represent the norm, I am lucky to be born in a family which encourages higher education. Words cannot acknowledge the support I have received from them. Next, I would like to mention my friends, Rishikesh, Deepak and Swapnil ghodke. They have stood by me throughout my stay at IIT Roorkee. If it was left to me, I would have never gone out in the social world. Thank you for always pushing and helping me to develop a great work-life balance. I would be a miss if I do not mention the special contributions from my best friends, Rishi and sanchit. For every moment in the past five years, when my codes refused to work, when the results looked impossible, when the gyroscopic balance of life was disturbed, and through every tide, thanks a lot for always being there for me. There were days when I had burnt out the motivation. Thank you for re-igniting the spark.