Technology and Practice in Geotechnical Engineering
Technology and Practice in Geotechnical Engineering

Author: Adeyeri, Joseph B.

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2014-09-30

Total Pages: 854

ISBN-13: 1466665068

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Knowledge surrounding the behavior of earth materials is important to a number of industries, including the mining and construction industries. Further research into the field of geotechnical engineering can assist in providing the tools necessary to analyze the condition and properties of the earth. Technology and Practice in Geotechnical Engineering brings together theory and practical application, thus offering a unified and thorough understanding of soil mechanics. Highlighting illustrative examples, technological applications, and theoretical and foundational concepts, this book is a crucial reference source for students, practitioners, contractors, architects, and builders interested in the functions and mechanics of sedimentary materials.

Subsurface Investigation and Foundation Recommendations, Geological and Natural History Survey Complex, Champaign, Illinois
Subsurface Investigation and Foundation Recommendations, Geological and Natural History Survey Complex, Champaign, Illinois

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Publisher:

Published: 1968

Total Pages: 50

ISBN-13:

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"The scope of the investigation included a review of geologic maps of the area and a review of geologic and related literature, a reconnaissance of the proposed construction site, a review of many borings made previously in the Champaign-Urbana area, with particular emphasis on borings made on or near the University campus, subsurface exploration at the site consisting of 21 borings, field and laboratory soil testing, and engineering analysis and evaluation of the foundation materials."--P. 1.

Subsurface Conditions
Subsurface Conditions

Author: Keith Turner

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2008-01-26

Total Pages: 418

ISBN-13: 3540480196

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Characterisation of the shallow subsurface has gained in importance as civil and geotechnical engineering and environmental applications have become more dependent on a precise definition of geomechanical and geohydrological properties. A better understanding of the subsurface conditions offers wide-ranging benefits to governments, industry and individual citizens. Subsurface geological modelling became an economic and technologic reality in the late 1980's, when competing 3-D geoscientific information systems were the subject of considerable research and evaluation, especially by the petroleum exploration industry. Investigations in the shallow subsurface impose additional requirements that have only recently become technically and economically achievable. The very shallow urban underground environment, where many infrastructure and utilities elements are located, presents the most difficult characterisation problems. Subsurface modelling techniques have matured, along with modern data base concepts. The evolution of the Internet and Web-browser technologies has expanded information transmission and dissemination capabilities. Subsurface models are being integrated with decision-support systems to provide predictions of technical and economic performance. Yet even the most sophisticated of these models leave some uncertainty in geologic interpretation. A variety of techniques for assessing uncertainty have been developed and are being evaluated.

Training Course in Geotechnical and Foundation Engineering
Training Course in Geotechnical and Foundation Engineering

Author: Ara Arman

Publisher:

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 304

ISBN-13:

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The planning, executing, and interpreting the results of subsurface exploration of soil and rock for the design and construction of transportation facilites are presented. The geotechnical engineer's role in subsurface investigation, exploration methodologies, equipment types and their suitability to explore for various subsurface conditions and design requirements are discussed. The use of in situ testing and geophysical surveys for subgrade characterization, proper handling, transportation and storage of soil and rock samples, as well as laboratory testing techniques to develop subsurface information is presented. Correlation of soil and rock properties, typical geotechnical reports, and subcontracting for soil and rock exploration are also discussed. Safety guidelines, health and safety procedures, and a list of equipment manufacturers are appended for further reference.

Handbook of Geotechnical Investigation and Design Tables
Handbook of Geotechnical Investigation and Design Tables

Author: Burt G. Look

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2007-04-26

Total Pages: 356

ISBN-13: 020394660X

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This practical handbook of properties for soils and rock contains, in a concise tabular format, the key issues relevant to geotechnical investigations, assessments and designs in common practice. In addition, there are brief notes on the application of the tables. These data tables are compiled for experienced geotechnical professionals who require a reference document to access key information. There is an extensive database of correlations for different applications. The book should provide a useful bridge between soil and rock mechanics theory and its application to practical engineering solutions. The initial chapters deal with the planning of the geotechnical investigation, the classification of the soil and rock properties and some of the more used testing is then covered. Later chapters show the reliability and correlations that are used to convert that data in the interpretative and assessment phase of the project. The final chapters apply some of these concepts to geotechnical design. This book is intended primarily for practicing geotechnical engineers working in investigation, assessment and design, but should provide a useful supplement for postgraduate courses.

Proposed Guidelines for Site Investigations for Foundations of Nuclear Power Plants
Proposed Guidelines for Site Investigations for Foundations of Nuclear Power Plants

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Published: 1979

Total Pages: 63

ISBN-13:

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Site investigations for nuclear power plants are necessary to determine the geotechnical conditions that affect the design, cost, performance, and safety of the plants. Major considerations for analysis and design include the bearing capacity of foundation materials, the total and differential settlements of structures under static and earthquake loading conditions, the stability of cuts and slopes in soil and rock under static and earthquake loading conditions, the propagation of earthquake-induced motions through underlying deposits, and the potential for liquefaction of soils. The stability of foundations during construction must also be assured. The purpose of the proposed guidelines is to describe programs of geological and engineering site investigations that would be adequate to evaluate the safety of the site and to provide the parameters needed for engineering analysis and design of foundations and earthworks. General requirements for site investigations are discussed. Methods of subsurface investigation, including their applicability, limitations, and pitfalls, and described. Proposed rules for spacing and depth of subsurface exploration for various kinds of seismic Category I structures are given. (Author).