Foundation Engineering: Geotechnical Principles and Practical Applications by Richard Handy

Foundation Engineering: Geotechnical Principles and Practical Applications by Richard Handy

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Master the art and science of foundation engineering This civil engineering textbook shows how geotechnical theory connects with the design and construction of today’s foundations. Foundation Engineering: Geotechnical Principles and Practical Applications shows how to perform critical calculations, apply the newest ground modification technologies, engineer and build effective foundations, and monitor performance and safety. Written by a recognized expert in the field, the book covers both shallow and deep foundations. Real-world case studies and practice problems help reinforce key information. Coverage includes: • Soil classification, clay, and minerals • Moisture content and unit weight • Shear strength • Consolidation • Terzagi’s eureka moment • Shallow foundations, stress distribution, and settlement • Flow nets, seepage, and dewatering • Slope stability • Deep foundations • Ground modification • Retaining walls and wall friction • Empirical tests • Field monitoring • Ethics and legal issues

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ISBN 13	9781260026030
ISBN 10	1260026035
Title	Foundation Engineering: Geotechnical Principles and Practical Applications
Author	Richard Handy
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Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Mcgraw-Hill Education
Year published	2020-03-19
Number of pages	240
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