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Sunday, September 14, 2025 , ,
Yung Ming Cheng, Chi Wai Law, Leilei Liu - 713 pages - Language: ‎English - Publisher: CRC Press; 2nd Edition (May, 2024). 

Analysis, Design and Construction of Foundations covers the key concepts in the analysis and design of foundation systems, balancing theory with engineering practice.

The book examines in depth the methods used for the analysis, design and construction of shallow foundations, deep foundations, excavation and lateral support systems, slope stability and stabilization and ground monitoring for proper site management. Some new and innovative foundation construction methods are also introduced. It is illustrated with case studies of failures and defects from actual construction projects.

This second edition is extensively revised and developed to include a new chapter on numerical methods in geotechnical engineering, as well as a large number of new construction drawings, project photos and construction method statements from existing projects to give the book a stronger professional application and connection to engineering practice. It also covers some new advanced theoretical concepts not covered in other texts, making it useful in both the theoretical and practical aspects. It is ideal for senior undergraduates and graduate students, academics and consulting geotechnical engineers.
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Wednesday, September 10, 2025 , ,
Bujang B.K. Huat, Arun Prasad, Sina Kazemian, Vivi Anggraini - 316 pages - Language: ‎English - Publisher: CRC Press; (November, 2019). 

This book provides a review of problems during design and construction on problematic soils. Design methods, site investigation, construction and analysis of the various improvement methods available are explained and discussed. Various regions may have different soils with geotechnical problems that differ from those faced in other regions. For example, in Southeast Asia, the common geotechnical problems are those associated with construction on soft clays and organic soils, while in the arid region of the Middle East, problems are generally associated with the desert soils. In the US, the problems are associated with organic soils, expansive and collapsing soils, and shale. Laterite and lateritic soils are especially problematic in Mexico. Similarly, in Europe, for example, the geotechnical problems are associated with loess (France), and organic soil (Germany). 

A detailed description of various methods of ground improvement has been provided in 11 chapters. Each chapter deals not only with a description of the method but also focuses on region-specific ground problems and suitable ground improvement techniques. Case studies have also been included. One general chapter is dedicated to site investigation, instrumentation, assessment and control. This book will be of value to students and professionals in the fields of civil and geotechnical engineering, as well as to soil scientists and engineering geologists.
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Tuesday, September 09, 2025 , ,
Tharwat M. Baban - 743 pages - Language:‎ English - Publisher: ‎Wiley-Blackwell; (April, 2016). 

Shallow Foundations: Discussions and Problem Solving is written for civil engineers and all civil engineering students taking courses in soil mechanics and geotechnical engineering. It covers the analysis, design and application of shallow foundations, with a primary focus on the interface between the structural elements and underlying soil. 

Topics such as site investigation, foundation contact pressure and settlement, vertical stresses in soils due to foundation loads, settlements, and bearing capacity are all fully covered, and a chapter is devoted to the structural design of different types of shallow foundations. It provides essential data for the design of shallow foundations under normal circumstances, considering both the American (ACI) and the European (EN) Standard Building Code Requirements, with each chapter being a concise discussion of critical and practical aspects. Applications are highlighted through solving a relatively large number of realistic problems. A total of 180 problems, all with full solutions, consolidate understanding of the fundamental principles and illustrate the design and application of shallow foundations.
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Sunday, September 07, 2025 , ,

ASDIP Suite August 2025 [40 MB] ... ASDIP SUITE consists of 5 intuitive software packages to help you take control of your projects and simplify all of your daily engineering tasks.

ASDIP STEEL is structural engineering software utilized by engineers for design of steel base plate, steel and composite beam, steel columns, and other structural steel members. ASDIP STEEL is based upon the latest AISC specifications (AISC 360). ASDIP STEEL substantially simplifies time-consuming calculations for structural engineering design.

ASDIP Foundation is a suite of modules specifically dedicated to the design of concrete footings, based on the latest IBC / ACI 318 specifications, that greatly simplifies the time-consuming calculations in any structural engineering office.

ASDIP Concrete is a suite of modules specifically dedicated to the design of concrete members such as beams, columns and walls, based on the latest ACI 318 specifications, that greatly simplifies the time-consuming calculations in any structural engineering office.

ASDIP Retain is a suite of modules specifically dedicated to the design of retaining walls, based on the latest IBC / ACI 318 specifications, that greatly simplifies the time-consuming calculations in any structural engineering office.

ASDIP WOOD is a structural engineering software utilized by engineers for the design of wood members, such as biaxial columns, continuous beams, wood shear walls, and out-of-plane bearing walls. This structural design software is based on the latest NDS provisions. Load combinations as per ASCE 7 and CSA A23.3. ASDIP WOOD substantially simplifies time-consuming calculations for structural engineering design.

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Sunday, September 07, 2025 , ,
ASDIP Analysis [11 MB] ... ASDIP Analysis is a structural engineering software utilized by engineers for the analysis of structural members and loads generation. This structural analysis software is based on the latest ASCE 7 provisions. Load combinations per ASCE 7 and CSA A23.3. ASDIP ANALYSIS substantially simplifies time-consuming structural engineering calculations.

ASDIP Analysis 2 has been released with great new modules, such as the generation of Seismic Loads, Snow Loads, and Wind Loads, in addition to Continuous Beam Analysis, and more features.

Quickly generate structural loads with the simple and efficient graphical user interface. + Confidently calculate shear and moments in a continuous beam for multiple load combinations. + Impress clients and plan-checkers with professional condensed or detailed reports. + Extensive documentation, solved examples, and blog posts to guide you throughout the software. + Create, organize, manage, and store your electronic calculations safely.

Key Design Features: Analysis of Beams - Shear and moment diagrams of continuous beams. + Seismic Loads - Generation of seismic loads in multistory buildings. + Snow Loads - Generation of snow uniform and drift loads. + Wind Loads - Generation of wind loads for MWFRS and C&C. + Full compliance with: ASCE 7-22 + ASCE 7-16
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Friday, September 05, 2025 , ,
Roger Frank, Fahd Cuira, Sébastien Burlon - 214 pages - Language: English - Publisher: ‎CRC Press; (August, 2021).

Design of Shallow and Deep Foundations introduces the concept of limit state calculations, before focusing on shallow and deep foundations. The limit state combinations of actions are examined, and practical calculation models of the bearing capacity and of the settlement are presented, particularly from the results of Ménard pressuremeter tests and cone penetration tests. Attention is also given to the use of numerical methods, which has been developed over the past twenty years. It provides an overview of various elements of ground-structure interaction that are pertinent for a refined design of both shallow and deep foundations, such as allowable displacements of structures, and ground-structure couplings.

This guide will be useful to practising engineers and experts in design offices, contracting companies and administrations, as well as students and researchers in civil engineering. Though its focus is generally on the French practice, it is more widely applicable to design based on, or generally in line with, Eurocode 7, with references to BS ENs.
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Wednesday, September 03, 2025 , ,
Braja M. Das - 401 pages - Language: English - Publisher: ‎CRC Press; 3rd Edition (February, 2017).

Following the popularity of the previous edition, Shallow Foundations: Bearing Capacity and Settlement, Third Edition, covers all the latest developments and approaches to shallow foundation engineering. In response to the high demand, it provides updated data and revised theories on the ultimate and allowable bearing capacities of shallow foundations. Additionally, it features the most recent developments regarding eccentric and inclined loading, the use of stone columns, settlement computations, and more. Example cases have been provided throughout each chapter to illustrate the theories presented.
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Saturday, August 30, 2025 , ,
P. Purushothama Raj - 1307 pages - Language: English - Publisher: ‎Pearson; 2nd edition (July, 2013).
 
Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering, 2nd edition presents the principles of soil mechanics and foundation engineering in a simplified yet logical manner that assumes no prior knowledge of the subject. It includes all the relevant content required for a sound background in the subject, reinforcing theoretical aspects with comprehensive practical applications.
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Saturday, August 30, 2025 , ,
Braja M. Das, Nagaratnam Sivakugan - 944 pages - Publisher: Cengage Learning; 9th edition (December, 2017) - Language: English.

Master the core concepts and applications of foundation analysis and design with Das/Sivakugan’s best-selling Principles of Foundation Engineering 9th (SI) Edition. Written specifically for those studying undergraduate civil engineering, this invaluable resource by renowned authors in the field of geotechnical engineering provides an ideal balance of today's most current research and practical field applications. A wealth of worked-out examples and figures clearly illustrate the work of today's civil engineer, while timely information and insights help readers develop the critical skills needed to properly apply theories and analysis while evaluating soils and foundation design.
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Friday, August 29, 2025 , ,
Braja M. Das, Khaled Sobhan - 819 pages - Publisher: CL Engineering; 9th edition (January, 2017) - Language: English.

Provide a valuable overview of soil properties and mechanics together with coverage of field practices and basic engineering procedures with Das and Sobhan, Principles of Geotechnical Engineering 9th Edition. This market-leading introduction to geotechnical engineering is ideal for the foundational course taken by most civil engineering students. This book provides the important background knowledge students need to support study in later design-oriented courses and in professional practice. The authors ensure a practical and application-oriented approach to the subject by incorporating a wealth of comprehensive discussions and detailed explanations. Find more figures and worked-out problems than any other book for the course to help ensure student understanding.
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Friday, August 29, 2025 , ,

Jay Ameratunga, Nagaratnam Sivakugan, Braja M. Das - 400 pages - Language: English - Publisher: ‎ Springer; (December, 2015).

This book presents a one-stop reference to the empirical correlations used extensively in geotechnical engineering. Empirical correlations play a key role in geotechnical engineering designs and analysis. Laboratory and in situ testing of soils can add significant cost to a civil engineering project. By using appropriate empirical correlations, it is possible to derive many design parameters, thus limiting our reliance on these soil tests. The authors have decades of experience in geotechnical engineering, as professional engineers or researchers. The objective of this book is to present a critical evaluation of a wide range of empirical correlations reported in the literature, along with typical values of soil parameters, in the light of their experience and knowledge. This book will be a one-stop-shop for the practising professionals, geotechnical researchers and academics looking for specific correlations for estimating certain geotechnical parameters. The empirical correlations in the forms of equations and charts and typical values are collated from extensive literature review, and from the authors' database.

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Friday, August 29, 2025 , ,
B.C. Punmia, Er. Ashok Kumar Jain, Arun Kumar Jain - 940 pages - Language: ‎English - Publisher: Laxmi; 17th Edition (December, 2005).

This book first published in 1970 and running into its Sixteenth Edition, has been thoroughly revised, updated and enlarged. The book, divided into Eight Parts, contains Thirty Four Chapters.

This book is intended to present currently accepted theories, design principles and practices of soil mechanics and foundation engineering. The book provides sufficient material ranging from simple to very complex for undergraduate and postgraduate courses. At the end of each chapter, latest problems from various central competitive examinations has been solved to enable the student to test his reading at different stages of his studies.
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Thursday, August 28, 2025 , ,

fine GEO5 2024 [445 MB] ... GEO5 is a set of standalone programs that allows you to solve most of the geotechnical tasks. All programs have a similar user interface and are able to exchange data with each other. Each of them performs a comprehensive check of a specific type of design. 

Key features: Stability Calculations - Check the stability of slopes, rock walls and fortified embankments. Fencing structures - designing and checking the enclosing structures of foundation pits, underground structures. Walls and supporting structures - Due diligence of walls and gabion structures. 

Shallow foundations - checking the bearing capacity and settlement of individual strip and slab foundations. Deep foundations - checking the bearing capacity and settlement of piles and pile clusters. 

Settlement - calculation of settlement and consolidation, settlement of shallow and deep foundations. 

Tunnels and Shafts - Analyze tunnels, underground structures, and vertical shafts. 

Geological surveys - creating a model of the tunnel and base layers based on geological survey data. Field Tests - Structural calculations based on field test data (SPT, CPT, DMT, PMT)

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