Sanjay Kumar Shukla ... 181 pages - Publisher: Springer; (February, 2017) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 9811030618 - ISBN-13: 978-9811030611.
This book is intended to serve as a one-stop reference on
fibre-reinforced soils. Over the past 30-35 years, the engineering
behaviour of randomly distributed/oriented fibre-reinforced soil, also
called simply fibre-reinforced soil, has been investigated in detail by
researchers and engineers worldwide. Waste fibres (plastic waste fibres,
old tyre fibres, etc.) create disposal and environmental problems.
Utilization of such fibres in construction can help resolve these
concerns. Research studies and some field applications have shown that
the fibres can be utilized in large quantities in geotechnical and civil
engineering applications in a cost-effective and environmentally
friendly manner. This book covers a complete description of fibres,
their effects when included within a soil or other similar materials
such as the fly ash, and their field applications. It gives a detailed
view of fibre-reinforced soil engineering. The book will be useful to
students, professional, and researchers alike, and can also serve as a
text for graduate coursework and professional development programs.