Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Design Example: Alignment of a Road Line Using GIS01:17

Design Example: Alignment of a Road Line Using GIS

406
The alignment of a road line using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a critical process in civil engineering, combining advanced technology with practical decision-making. This methodology begins with the collection of geospatial data, including information on land cover, geomorphology, drainage patterns, slope, and contour details. Such data is typically acquired through satellite imagery and GIS tools, offering a comprehensive understanding of the terrain.Once the data is gathered, it...
406
Design Example: Analyzing Capacity Contours for Flood Risk Assessment01:17

Design Example: Analyzing Capacity Contours for Flood Risk Assessment

358
Flood risk assessment involves careful planning and analysis to ensure the safety of communities near water retention structures. Capacity contours are a vital tool in this process, as they illustrate the potential spread of water at specific levels in a given area. In the context of building a bund across a small valley, these contours play a critical role in evaluating the safety of nearby residential areas.In this example, the bund is intended to store stormwater in the valley. The engineers...
358
Design Example: Maintaining Level of an Embankment01:19

Design Example: Maintaining Level of an Embankment

512
Constructing a roadway embankment over uneven terrain requires precise leveling to ensure stability and proper drainage. Surveyors use a leveling instrument and staff to calculate ground elevations and determine the required fill material at each point along the embankment alignment.The process begins by positioning a leveling instrument near a benchmark with a known elevation. A backsight reading establishes the instrument height, which serves as a reference for subsequent measurements. A...
512
Design Example: Managing Concrete Workability01:14

Design Example: Managing Concrete Workability

329
This example deals with managing the workability of concrete for a raft foundation project under hot weather conditions. Workability is crucial for ensuring the concrete is easy to place, compact, and finish. In this scenario, a slump test — a common method to measure the workability of fresh concrete — initially indicated low workability. This was attributed to the rapid water loss from the concrete mix, exacerbated by the high temperatures causing the course aggregates to heat up.
329
Design Example: Designing a Residential Plumbing System01:25

Design Example: Designing a Residential Plumbing System

1.2K
The design of residential plumbing systems requires carefully evaluating water demand, flow rates, and pressure dynamics to ensure both efficiency and reliability. The nature of water flow within pipes is defined by its Reynolds number, which classifies flow as either laminar (smooth) or turbulent.
1.2K
Profile Leveling and Cross Sections01:26

Profile Leveling and Cross Sections

2.0K
Profile leveling and cross-sections are surveying methods used to determine and document terrain elevations for infrastructure projects such as highways, railroads, canals, and pipelines. These methods provide data for earthwork planning and alignment of proposed routes.  Profile leveling involves measuring elevations along a fixed line to create a vertical terrain profile. A surveyor sets up a leveling instrument at the benchmark (BM) and records a backsight (BS) to determine the...
2.0K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Building a Biobank.

Biopreservation and biobanking·2016
Same author

Repository Planning, Design, and Engineering: Part II-Equipment and Costing.

Biopreservation and biobanking·2016
Same author

Quality management of biorepositories.

Biopreservation and biobanking·2015
Same author

What measures should biobankers employ to prevent possible glitches in storage technology?

Biopreservation and biobanking·2014
Same author

How is your biobank handling disaster recovery efforts?

Biopreservation and biobanking·2014
Same author

Homocysteine and vitamin B(12) concentrations and mortality rates in type 2 diabetes.

Diabetes/metabolism research and reviews·2006

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Mar 25, 2026

Design and Construction of an Urban Runoff Research Facility
13:48

Design and Construction of an Urban Runoff Research Facility

Published on: August 8, 2014

13.7K

Repository Planning, Design, and Engineering: Part I--Infrastructure.

Philip M Baird1, Elaine W Gunter2

  • 11 Daingerfield Consulting , Fairfax Station, Virginia.

Biopreservation and Biobanking
|February 18, 2016
PubMed
Summary

This review details planning, engineering, and design for biological and environmental sample repositories. It covers physical infrastructure, regulatory needs, and construction in existing buildings for new facilities.

More Related Videos

Radiation Planning Assistant - A Streamlined, Fully Automated Radiotherapy Treatment Planning System
08:25

Radiation Planning Assistant - A Streamlined, Fully Automated Radiotherapy Treatment Planning System

Published on: April 11, 2018

16.1K
3D Planning and Printing of Patient Specific Implants for Reconstruction of Bony Defects
08:15

3D Planning and Printing of Patient Specific Implants for Reconstruction of Bony Defects

Published on: August 4, 2020

7.1K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Mar 25, 2026

Design and Construction of an Urban Runoff Research Facility
13:48

Design and Construction of an Urban Runoff Research Facility

Published on: August 8, 2014

13.7K
Radiation Planning Assistant - A Streamlined, Fully Automated Radiotherapy Treatment Planning System
08:25

Radiation Planning Assistant - A Streamlined, Fully Automated Radiotherapy Treatment Planning System

Published on: April 11, 2018

16.1K
3D Planning and Printing of Patient Specific Implants for Reconstruction of Bony Defects
08:15

3D Planning and Printing of Patient Specific Implants for Reconstruction of Bony Defects

Published on: August 4, 2020

7.1K

Area of Science:

  • Biorepository Management
  • Infrastructure Engineering
  • Environmental Science

Background:

  • Establishing biological and environmental sample repositories requires meticulous planning.
  • Existing unoccupied structures, like warehouses, can be repurposed for repository facilities.
  • Regulatory compliance and safety are paramount in repository design and construction.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide comprehensive guidance on the planning, engineering, and design of new sample repositories.
  • To outline physical infrastructure requirements for repository construction.
  • To offer a planning timeline and address capital acquisition costs.

Main Methods:

  • Review of planning, engineering, and design considerations for repository construction.
  • Detailed discussion of physical aspects and large capital acquisition.
  • Analysis of engineering and design parameters for repurposing existing structures.

Main Results:

  • A comprehensive set of information for repository construction and operation planning.
  • Guidance on adapting existing buildings into functional repositories.
  • Detailed engineering and design parameters for new repository facilities.

Conclusions:

  • Building a new biological or environmental sample repository is a complex undertaking.
  • Thorough preplanning and adherence to regulations are essential for success.
  • This review offers a detailed roadmap for repository development.