Foundation Engineering Handbook
Foundation Engineering Handbook

Author: Hsai-Yang Fang

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2013-06-29

Total Pages: 935

ISBN-13: 1475752717

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More than ten years have passed since the first edition was published. During that period there have been a substantial number of changes in geotechnical engineering, especially in the applications of foundation engineering. As the world population increases, more land is needed and many soil deposits previously deemed unsuitable for residential housing or other construction projects are now being used. Such areas include problematic soil regions, mining subsidence areas, and sanitary landfills. To overcome the problems associated with these natural or man-made soil deposits, new and improved methods of analysis, design, and implementation are needed in foundation construction. As society develops and living standards rise, tall buildings, transportation facilities, and industrial complexes are increasingly being built. Because of the heavy design loads and the complicated environments, the traditional design concepts, construction materials, methods, and equipment also need improvement. Further, recent energy and material shortages have caused additional burdens on the engineering profession and brought about the need to seek alternative or cost-saving methods for foundation design and construction.

Soil Compaction in Crop Production
Soil Compaction in Crop Production

Author: B.D. Soane

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2013-10-22

Total Pages: 695

ISBN-13: 0080934005

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This book provides a global review of the mechanisms, incidence and control measures related to the problems of soil compaction in agriculture, forestry and other cropping systems. Among the disciplines which relate to this subject are soil physics, soil mechanics, vehicle mechanics, agricultural engineering, plant physiology, agronomy, pedology, climatology and economics.The volume will be of great value to soil scientists, agricultural engineers, and all those involved with irrigation, drainage and tillage. It will help to facilitate the exchange of information on current work throughout the world, as well as to promote scientific understanding and stimulate the development, evaluation and adoption of practical solutions to these widespread and urgent problems.

Basic and Applied Soil Mechanics
Basic and Applied Soil Mechanics

Author: Gopal Ranjan

Publisher: New Age International

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 780

ISBN-13: 9788122412239

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Basic And Applied Soil Mechanics Is Intended For Use As An Up-To-Date Text For The Two-Course Sequence Of Soil Mechanics And Foundation Engineering Offered To Undergraduate Civil Engineering Students. It Provides A Modern Coverage Of The Engineering Properties Of Soils And Makes Extensive Reference To The Indian Standard Codes Of Practice While Discussing Practices In Foundation Engineering. Some Topics Of Special Interest, Like The Schmertmann Procedure For Extrapolation Of Field Compressibility, Determination Of Secondary Compression, Lambes Stress - Path Concept, Pressure Meter Testing And Foundation Practices On Expansive Soils Including Certain Widespread Myths, Find A Place In The Text.The Book Includes Over 160 Fully Solved Examples, Which Are Designed To Illustrate The Application Of The Principles Of Soil Mechanics In Practical Situations. Extensive Use Of Si Units, Side By Side With Other Mixed Units, Makes It Easy For The Students As Well As Professionals Who Are Less Conversant With The Si Units, Gain Familiarity With This System Of International Usage. Inclusion Of About 160 Short-Answer Questions And Over 400 Objective Questions In The Question Bank Makes The Book Useful For Engineering Students As Well As For Those Preparing For Gate, Upsc And Other Qualifying Examinations.In Addition To Serving The Needs Of The Civil Engineering Students, The Book Will Serve As A Handy Reference For The Practising Engineers As Well.

Principles and Practice of Ground Improvement
Principles and Practice of Ground Improvement

Author: Jie Han

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2015-05-26

Total Pages: 435

ISBN-13: 111841960X

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Gain a stronger foundation with optimal ground improvement Before you break ground on a new structure, you need to analyze the structure of the ground. Expert analysis and optimization of the geo-materials on your site can mean the difference between a lasting structure and a school in a sinkhole. Sometimes problematic geology is expected because of the location, but other times it's only unearthed once construction has begun. You need to be able to quickly adapt your project plan to include an improvement to unfavorable ground before the project can safely continue. Principles and Practice of Ground Improvement is the only comprehensive, up-to-date compendium of solutions to this critical aspect of civil engineering. Dr. Jie Han, registered Professional Engineer and preeminent voice in geotechnical engineering, is the ultimate guide to the methods and best practices of ground improvement. Han walks you through various ground improvement solutions and provides theoretical and practical advice for determining which technique fits each situation. Follow examples to find solutions to complex problems Complete homework problems to tackle issues that present themselves in the field Study design procedures for each technique to simplify field implementation Brush up on modern ground improvement technologies to keep abreast of all available options Principles and Practice of Ground Improvement can be used as a textbook, and includes Powerpoint slides for instructors. It's also a handy field reference for contractors and installers who actually implement plans. There are many ground improvement solutions out there, but there is no single right answer to every situation. Principles and Practice of Ground Improvement will give you the information you need to analyze the problem, then design and implement the best possible solution.

Introductory Geotechnical Engineering
Introductory Geotechnical Engineering

Author: Hsai-Yang Fang

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2006-08-21

Total Pages: 577

ISBN-13: 0203403525

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Integrating and blending traditional theory with particle-energy-field theory, this book provides a framework for the analysis of soil behaviour under varied environmental conditions. This book explains the why and how of geotechnical engineering in an environmental context. Using both SI and Imperial units, the authors cover: rock mechanics soil mechanics and hydrogeology soil properties and classifications and issues relating to contaminated land. Students of civil, geotechnical and environmental engineering and practitioners unfamiliar with the particle-energy-field concept, will find that this book's novel approach helps to clarify the complex theory behind geotechnics.

Soil Compaction on Forest and Range Lands
Soil Compaction on Forest and Range Lands

Author: Howard William Lull

Publisher:

Published: 1959

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13:

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The purpose of this report is to review available information on soil compaction as related to soil and water conservation on forest and range lands.

Soil Factors Affecting Mycorrhizal Use in Surface Mine Reclamation
Soil Factors Affecting Mycorrhizal Use in Surface Mine Reclamation

Author: Michael R. Norland

Publisher:

Published: 1993

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13:

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Surface and subsurface stabilization of mining-related wastes through revegetation depends upon the physical, chemical, and biological condition of the waste following mining. Mining disturbances can significantly alter the physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of a site, reducing or eliminating mycorrhizal fungi from the soil. Mycorrhizae are economically and ecologically important because they can alleviate environmental stresses caused by lack of proper soil condition and because they are vital to stabilization of mining waste by increasing plant survival and biomass through increased nutrient and water uptake. This report discusses some of the ecological factors that may affect mycorrhizae-plant associations on mining-related wastes and provides general information on mycorrhizae inoculation technology.

Factors that Influence Field Compaction of Soils
Factors that Influence Field Compaction of Soils

Author: Alfred Walton Johnson

Publisher:

Published: 1960

Total Pages: 232

ISBN-13:

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An exhaustive review of data on compaction equipment and compaction operations that were available in 1960 are presented. A brief review of the early history of soil compaction and some of the fundamentals of soil mechanics that are applicable to compaction processes are mentioned. Also included are tabulated data on the state highway department specifications for governing compaction requirements and compaction equipment. The most significant aspect is the extensive amount of available data on full- scale field compaction that has been summarized. These data include results from full-scale field tests using 3-wheel power rollers, sheepsfoot-type rollers, pneumatic-tired rollers, vibratory compaction and tamping compactors. For each type of compacting equipment, various factors such as effects on number of passes, effect of weight of roller, depth of compaction, density produced, etc. have been presented. In most cases comparisons between various types of equipment are presented.

Introduction to Environmental Geotechnology
Introduction to Environmental Geotechnology

Author: Hsai-Yang Fang

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 1997-09-24

Total Pages: 680

ISBN-13: 9780849382888

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For everything from applications of particle energy field theory to landslide prevention and desert water supply, Introduction to Environmental Geotechnology provides a complete picture of the fascinating and rapidly growing field of environmental geotechnology. Unique in scope, this new book covers the full interdisciplinary spectrum of the discipline, including soil science, physical chemistry, mineralogy, geology, ground pollution, and others. This is the first book to incorporate and summarize the discipline for students, teachers, and practitioners. It is a complete text on applied soil engineering, broadly covering: