A Rigorous and Definitive Guide to Soil Liquefaction

Soil liquefaction occurs when soil loses much of its strength or stiffness for a time usually a few minutes or less and which may then cause structural failure, financial loss, and even death. It can occur during earthquakes, from static loading, or even from traffic-induced vibration. It occurs worldwide and affects soils ranging from gravels to silts.

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From Basic Physical Principles to Engineering Practice"

Soil Liquefaction has become widely cited. It is built on the principle that liquefaction can, and must, be...