Geotechnical Problems and Solutions: A Practical Perspective

ISBN-13: 9780367546052 / Angielski / Miękka / 2021 / 254 str.

Buddhima Indraratna; Ana Heitor; Jayan S. Vinod

Opis

Covering problems and solutions of a wide range of geotechnical topics. It presents a unique collection of step by step solutions from basic to more complex problems in various topics of geotechnical engineering. Aimed at students (undergraduates and postgraduates) and practitioners alike as reference guide on solving geotechnical problems.

Spis treści

1 Soil Properties and Classification 
2 Weight-volume Relations 
3 Effective stress concepts 
4 Permeability and Seepage 
5 Elastic stress-deformation Analysis 
6 Soil Consolidation and Drainage 
7 Shear strength, Stress Paths and Failure 
8 Critical State Soil Behaviour 
9 Bearing capacity and settlement of Foundations 
10 Slope Stability Analysis 
11 Retaining Structures and Dams 
12 Excavations and Tunnels 
13 Pavement Infrastructure (Roads and Rail) 
14 Unsaturated Soil Mechanics and Applications 
15 Reclamation and Marine Works 
16 Ground Monitoring and In-situ Testing 
17 Miscellaneous Topics (Pipelines, Reactive Barriers etc.)