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.

Geological and Geotechnical Engineering in the New Millennium
Geological and Geotechnical Engineering in the New Millennium

Author: National Research Council

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 2006-01-31

Total Pages: 220

ISBN-13: 0309180171

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The field of geoengineering is at a crossroads where the path to high-tech solutions meets the path to expanding applications of geotechnology. In this report, the term "geoengineering" includes all types of engineering that deal with Earth materials, such as geotechnical engineering, geological engineering, hydrological engineering, and Earth-related parts of petroleum engineering and mining engineering. The rapid expansion of nanotechnology, biotechnology, and information technology begs the question of how these new approaches might come to play in developing better solutions for geotechnological problems. This report presents a vision for the future of geotechnology aimed at National Science Foundation (NSF) program managers, the geological and geotechnical engineering community as a whole, and other interested parties, including Congress, federal and state agencies, industry, academia, and other stakeholders in geoengineering research. Some of the ideas may be close to reality whereas others may turn out to be elusive, but they all present possibilities to strive for and potential goals for the future. Geoengineers are poised to expand their roles and lead in finding solutions for modern Earth systems problems, such as global change, emissions-free energy supply, global water supply, and urban systems.

CIGOS 2021, Emerging Technologies and Applications for Green Infrastructure
CIGOS 2021, Emerging Technologies and Applications for Green Infrastructure

Author: Cuong Ha-Minh

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2021-10-28

Total Pages: 1861

ISBN-13: 9811671605

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This book highlights the key role of green infrastructure (GI) in providing natural and ecosystem solutions, helping alleviate many of the environmental, social, and economic problems caused by rapid urbanization. The book gathers the emerging technologies and applications in various disciplines involving geotechnics, civil engineering, and structures, which are presented in numerous high-quality papers by worldwide researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and entrepreneurs at the 6th CIGOS event, 2021. Moreover, by sharing knowledge and experiences around emerging GI technologies and policy issues, the book aims at encouraging adoption of GI technologies as well as building capacity for implementing GI practices at all scales. This book is useful for researchers and professionals in designing, building, and managing sustainable buildings and infrastructure.

Emerging Technologies in Geotechnical Engineering
Emerging Technologies in Geotechnical Engineering

Author: National Research Council (U.S.). Transportation Research Board

Publisher:

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13:

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Transportation Research Record 1526 contains the following papers: Estimation of dynamic properties of sand using artificial neural networks; Backcalculation of pavement profiles from spectral-analysis-of-surface-waves test by neural networks using individual receiver spacing approach; Neural modeling of Kansas soil swelling; Performance of mixed bracing system in deep excavation of stiff soil; Earth pressures due to compaction : Comparison of theory with laboratory and field behavior; numerical modeling of earth structures : Some things to consider; Analysis of anchor mooring lines in cohesive seafloor; Using cone penetration test to determine drained friction angle of sands; Reliability-based design of reinforced earth retaining walls; Liquefaction risk assessment : Evaluation of three statistical models; Development of computer vision technique for in situ soil characterization; Three-dimensional image analysis of aggregate particles from orthogonal projection; Identifying failure through locations of acoustic emission; Evaluating clay microfabric using scanning electron microscopy and digital information processing; Digital imaging techniques for assessment of homogeneity of granolar materials; Digital-image-based computer modeling and visualization of cement-based materials; Determination of internal deformation field in asphalt cores using x-ray computer tomography; Development of digital image-processing algorithm to compute unified crack index for Salt Lake City; Relating failure tests performed in hollow cylinder apparatus to inherent anisotropy; New approach to interpretation of noninvasive surface wave measurements for soil profiling; Methodology for creating defensible three- dimensional visualizations; Site view : Practical geoenvironmental visualization; Three-dimensional characterization of contaminant plumes; Three-dimensional stratigraphic characterization for geotechnical exploration; Three-dimensional characterization with limited data : An example from Playa-Lake Basin, Southeast Arizona.

Emerging Technologies for Sustainability
Emerging Technologies for Sustainability

Author: P.C Thomas

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2020-08-15

Total Pages: 882

ISBN-13: 1000258882

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The theme of conference is Emerging Technologies for Sustainability. Sustainability tends to be problem driven and oriented towards guiding decision making. The goal is to raise the global standard of living without increasing the use of resources beyond global sustainable levels. The conference is intended to act as a platform for researchers to share and gain knowledge, showcase their research findings and propose new solutions in policy formulation, design, processing and application of green materials, material selection, analysis, green manufacturing, testing and synthesis, thereby contributing to the creation of a more sustainable world.

New Solutions for Challenges in Applications of New Materials and Geotechnical Issues
New Solutions for Challenges in Applications of New Materials and Geotechnical Issues

Author: Shuying Wang

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2018-07-11

Total Pages: 248

ISBN-13: 3319957449

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This book include research studies which deal with the attempts to address new solutions for challenges in geotechnical engineering such as characterization of new materials, application of glass fibre, geotextile fabric and permeable concrete, new numerical methods for traditional problems and some other geotechnical issues that are becoming quite relevant in today's world. The book adds to the geotechnical engineering field which still bears lots of big challenges. It contributes to make the civil infrastructures more sustainable using new technologies and materials that have been proposed and applied in various fields. Papers were selected from the 5th GeoChina International Conference 2018 – Civil Infrastructures Confronting Severe Weathers and Climate Changes: From Failure to Sustainability, held on July 23 to 25, 2018 in HangZhou, China.

Geotechnical Applications for Earthquake Engineering: Research Advancements
Geotechnical Applications for Earthquake Engineering: Research Advancements

Author: Sitharam, T.G.

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2012-04-30

Total Pages: 292

ISBN-13: 1466609168

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Disaster preparedness and response management is a burgeoning field of technological research, and staying abreast of the latest developments within the field is a difficult task. Geotechnical Applications for Earthquake Engineering: Research Advancements has collected chapters from experts from around the world in a variety of applications, frameworks, and methodologies, and prepared them in a form that serves as a handy reference and research guide to practitioners and academics alike. By protecting society with earthquake engineering, the latest research can make the world a safer place.

Laser Scanning
Laser Scanning

Author: Belén Riveiro

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2019-10-18

Total Pages: 344

ISBN-13: 1351018841

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This book provides an overview on the evolution of laser scanning technology and its noticeable impact in the structural engineering domain. It provides an up-to-date synthesis of the state-of-the-art of the technology for the reverse engineering of built constructions, including terrestrial, mobile, and different portable solutions, for laser scanning. Data processing of large point clouds has experienced an important advance in the last years, and thus, an intense activity in the development of automated data processing algorithms has been noticed. Thus, this book aims to provide an overview of state-of-the-art algorithms, different best practices and most recent processing tools in connection to particular applications. Readers will find this a comprehensive book, that updates the practice of laser scanning for researchers and professionals not only from the geomatic domain, but also other fields such as structural and construction engineering. A set of successful applications to structural engineering are illustrated, including also synergies with other technologies, that can inspire professionals to adopt laser scanning in their day-to-day activity. This cutting-edge edited volume will be a valuable resource for students, researchers and professional engineers with an interest in laser scanning and its applications in the structural engineering domain.

Geoenvironmental Engineering
Geoenvironmental Engineering

Author: Hari D. Sharma

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2004-05-20

Total Pages: 996

ISBN-13: 0471215996

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Geoenvironmental Engineering covers the application of basic geological and hydrological science, including soil and rock mechanics and groundwater hydrology, to any number of different environmental problems. * Includes end-of-chapter summaries, design examples and worked-out numerical problems, and problem questions. * Offers thorough coverage of the role of geotechnical engineering in a wide variety of environmental issues. * Addresses such issues as remediation of in-situ hazardous waste, the monitoring and control of groundwater pollution, and the creation and management of landfills and other above-ground and in-situ waste containment systems.