Geotechnical Knowledge

Steve Hencher - 455 pages - Language: English - Publisher: CRC Press; 2nd Edition (November, 2017). 

Practical Engineering Geology provides an introduction to the way projects are managed, designed and constructed, and how the engineering geologist can contribute to cost- effective and safe project achievement. The need for a holistic view of geological materials, from soil to rock, and of geological history is emphasised.

Chapters address key aspects of: Geology for engineering and ground modelling + Site investigation and testing of geological materials + Geotechnical parameters + Design of slopes, tunnels, foundations, and other engineering structures + Identifying hazards + Avoiding unexpected ground conditions.

This second edition includes a new chapter on environmental issues covering hydrogeology, considerations of climate change, earthquakes, and more. All chapters have been updated, with extensively revised figures throughout and several new case studies of unexpected ground conditions. The book will support practising engineering geologists and geotechnical engineers, as well as MSc level students of engineering geology and other geotechnical subjects.

Robert D. Holtz, William D. Kovacs, Thomas C. Sheahan - 862 pages - Language: English - Publisher: Pearson; (December, 2022). 

An Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering introduces geotechnical engineering and its applications to civil engineering practice using easy-to-understand language. It focuses on both the fundamental and applied, covering the engineering classification, behavior and properties of soils necessary for the design and construction of foundations and earth structures. To place theory into context, the engineering significance of the property being discussed is presented, along with why the property is needed, how it is determined or measured, and how it is used in specific design situations. Simple geotechnical designs are illustrated where applicable. Fully worked example problems let you follow the solution steps and check your understanding. More advanced topics in shear strength of soils and rocks is included in the final chapter.

The 3rd Edition features 3 new chapters on the fundamental areas of foundation engineering: shallow foundations; lateral earth pressures and earth retaining structures; and deep foundations.

N.S.V. Kameswara Rao - 644 pages - Language: English - Publisher: Wiley; (December, 2010). 

In Foundation Design: Theory and Practice covers the key aspects of the subject, including principles of testing, interpretation, analysis, soil-structure interaction modeling, construction guidelines, and applications to rational design. Rao presents a wide array of numerical methods used in analyses so that readers can employ and adapt them on their own. Throughout the book the emphasis is on practical application, training readers in actual design procedures using the latest codes and standards in use throughout the world.

Presents updated design procedures in light of revised codes and standards, covering: American Concrete Institute (ACI) codes + Eurocode 7 + Other British Standard-based codes including Indian codes. Provides background materials for easy understanding of the topics, such as: Code provisions for reinforced concrete + Pile design and construction + Machine foundations and construction practices + Tests for obtaining the design parameters. Features subjects not covered in other foundation design texts: Soil-structure interaction approaches using analytical, numerical, and finite element methods + Analysis and design of circular and annular foundations + Analysis and design of piles and groups subjected to general loads and movements + Contains worked out examples to illustrate the analysis and design + Provides several problems for practice at the end of each chapter.

Foundation Design is designed for graduate students in civil engineering and geotechnical engineering. The book is also ideal for advanced undergraduate students, contractors, builders, developers, heavy machine manufacturers, and power plant engineers. Students in mechanical engineering will find the chapter on machine foundations helpful for structural engineering applications.

Richard L. Handy - 240 pages - Language: English - Publisher: McGraw Hill; (March, 2020). 

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.

Swami Saran - 586 pages - Language: English - Publisher: CRC Press; (May, 2021). 

The book offers systematic dynamic analysis of soils and their engineering applications, including machine foundations, and aims to develop a clear understanding of the subject. 

Mehdi Rahmani-Andebili - 480 pages - Language: English - Publisher: ‎Springer; (December, 2024). 

MATLAB Lessons, Examples, and Exercises: A Tutorial for Beginners and Experts is a book for anyone interested in learning MATLAB, a popular programming language used in mathematics, engineering, and science. Whether you’re a student, instructor, engineer, or technical professional, this book provides easy-to-follow lessons, examples, and exercises in each section of every chapter, emphasizing writing and executing code to help you become proficient in programming with MATLAB. Different colors make the code, outputs, and program descriptions more straightforward to read to improve reader comprehension.

The book covers all the essential functions of MATLAB that are needed in math, engineering, and science, and it explains the math behind each function so you can apply them to solve real-world problems. Whether you’re new to programming or an expert, this book offers clear explanations, diverse examples, and hands-on exercises to help you improve your MATLAB programming skills and understand how to use MATLAB in various fields.

Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2021-2024 v2509 Build 19231.20216 [6.68 GB] ... It is a suite of desktop productivity applications developed by Microsoft for Windows. It includes applications for word processing (Word), spreadsheets (Excel), presentations (PowerPoint), note-taking (OneNote), database management (Access), email (Outlook), and project management (Project). It is available in various editions, including Home & Student, Home & Business, Professional, and Professional Plus.

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Yang H. Huang - 376 pages - Lamguage: English - Publisher: ‎American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE); (February, 2014). 

Slope Stability Analysis by the Limit Equilibrium Method: Fundamentals and Methods presents basic principles for the safe design of constructed or natural earth slopes. The limit equilibrium method is the most common approach for analyzing slope stability in both two and three dimensions. This method identifies potential failure mechanisms and derives factors of safety for a particular geotechnical situation. It is an appropriate choice for assessing the stability of retaining walls, shallow and deep foundations, earth and rock dams, surface mining sites, and potential landslides.