the Nest of Students

Chu-Kia Wang, Charles G. Salmon, Jose A. Pincheira ... 
960 pages - Publisher: Wiley; 7th edition (July, 2006) ...
Language: English - ISBN-10: 0471262862 - ISBN-13: 978-0471262862 ...

Updated to Reflect the 2005 ACI Building Code... Now revised to reflect the latest developments in the field, this thoroughly updated Seventh Edition of Chu-Kia Wang, Charles G. Salmon, and José A. Pincheira's Reinforced Concrete Design incorporates the changes in design rules arising from the publication of the 2005 American Concrete Institute (ACI) Building Code and Commentary (ACI 318-05). Written for students and practicing engineers, the book explains the basic concepts you need to understand and properly apply the ACI Code rules and formulas. Throughout, the emphasis is on the ACI approach involving strength and serviceability "limit states" and factored loads. Detailed numerical examples illustrate the general approach to design and analysis.

New Features: * Load and Strength Reduction Factors: Example problems in all chapters are completely revised using the load and strength reduction factors that now appear in the main body of the 2005 code. * Unified Design Provisions: The treatment of the Unified Design Provisions for flexure, which are now in the body of the 2005 ACI Code, is thoroughly revised. * Strut-and-Tie Models: Presents entirely new design provisions using strut-and-tie models, in accordance with Appendix A of the 2005 ACI Code.

Colin O'Connor, Peter Shaw ... 358 pages - Publisher: CRC Press; 1st edition (October, 2000) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0419246002 - ISBN-13: 978-0419246008 ...

This book provides a detailed summary of bridge loads from an international perspective. The authors cover all aspects from the methodology behind the calculation of bridge loads and the complex interactions between loads and bridges, to economic considerations. A wide range of bridge loads are covered, including highway vehicle loads, pedestrian loads, railing loads and wind loads. The structure and design of bridges to accommodate these loads are examined and examples provided. Different modes of failure and current codes of practice are also covered. This book is unique in its exclusive examination of the loading and will be a useful handbook for structural engineers and designers involved in bridge construction. It is also recommended to senior undergraduates and postgraduates of structural engineering and bridge design.

Irving H. Shames ... 701 pages - Publisher: Prentice Hall; 2nd edition (January, 1989) ...
Language: English - ISBN-10: 0134975464 - ISBN-13: 978-0134975467 ...

Rather than a rote "cookbook" approach to problem-solving, this book offers a rigorous treatment of the principles behind the practices, asking students to harness their sound foundation of theory when solving problems. A wealth of examples illustrate the meaning of the theory without simply offering recipes or maps for solving similar problems.

Bentley STAAD Foundation Advanced CONNECT Edition Update 1 08.00.01.33 build 09/01/2017 [Size: 286 MB] ... Comprehensive Foundation Design Software: Get efficient foundation design and documentation using plant-specific design tools, multiple design codes with U.S. and metric bar sizes, design optimization, and automatic drawing generation. STAAD Foundation Advanced provides you with a streamlined workflow through its integration with STAAD.Pro or as a stand-alone application. You can design virtually any type of foundation, from basic to the most complex. Easily model complex or simple footings, such as plant foundations supporting vertical vessels, horizontal vessels, tanks and other footings + Quickly model common foundations such as isolated, combined, strip, pile caps, and many more + Simplify challenging scenarios such as vibrating machine foundation, lateral analysis of piers, or mat design using FEA + Efficiently use your structural model with the foundation model through integration with STAAD.Pro, including automatically synced changes in both models. Analyze gravity and lateral load: Design and analyze simple or complex structures for a wide range of loading conditions, including those induced by gravity such as dead and live loads, including skip conditions, in combination with lateral loads including wind and seismic. Analyze machine vibration and settlement: Analyze machine block foundation for dynamic loading. Leverage wizard-based input for faster FEA solids model creation, including rotating and reciprocating machines, various loading, and soil spring options. Perform in-depth analysis review using dynamic graphs and detailed formulae in reports. Analyze steady state dynamic performance: Increase performance up to 2,000 times faster with STAAD’s advanced stiffness matrix solving application. Tackle large geometric models with multiple load cases without compromising analysis quality. Achieve top-notch performance for dynamic analysis. Design foundations to international standards: Design a wide variety of foundations, from simple spread footings to complicated mats and specialized machinery pads. Complete your designs with confidence thanks to extensive support of U.S. and international standards.

Konstantinos E. Parsopoulos, Michael N. Vrahatis ... 328 pages - Publisher: IGI Global; 1st edition (January, 2010) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 1615206663 - ISBN-13: 978-1615206667.

Ying Tan, Yuhui Shi, Li Li ... 657 pages - Publisher: Springer; 1st edition (September, 2016) ... Language: English - ASIN: B01IK5HJEQ by Amazon Digital Services ...

This two-volume set LNCS 9712 and LNCS 9713 constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Swarm Intelligence, ICSI 2016, held in Bali, Indonesia, in June 2016. The 130 revised regular papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 231 submissions. The papers are organized in 22 cohesive sections covering major topics of swarm intelligence and related areas such as trend and models of swarm intelligence research; novel swarm-based optimization algorithms; swarming behaviour; some swarm intelligence algorithms and their applications; hybrid search optimization; particle swarm optimization; PSO applications; ant colony optimization; brain storm optimization; fireworks algorithms; multi-objective optimization; large-scale global optimization; biometrics; scheduling and planning; machine learning methods; clustering algorithm; classification; image classification and encryption; data mining; sensor networks and social networks; neural networks; swarm intelligence in management decision making and operations research; robot control; swarm robotics; intelligent energy and communications systems; and intelligent and interactive and tutoring systems.

Oren Lavan, Mario De Stefano ... 374 pages - Publisher: Springer; 2013 edition (July, 2014) ... Language: English - ASIN: B00EHS4LQU by Amazon Digital Services ...

Structural irregularities are one of the most frequent causes of severe damages in buildings, as evidenced by the numerous earthquakes in recent years. This issue is of particular importance, since real structures are almost all irregular. Furthermore, structural irregularities depend on several factors often very difficult to predict. This book is an essential tool for understanding the problem of structural irregularities and provides the most up-to-date review on this topic, covering the aspects of ground rotations, analysis, design, control and monitoring of irregular structures. It includes 24 contributions from authors of 13 countries, giving a complete and international view of the problem.

C. H. Simmons, N. Phelps, D. E. Maguire ...
384 pages - Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann; 4th edition (July, 2012) ...
Language: English - ISBN-10: 0080966527 - ISBN-13: 978-0080966526 ...

From The Back Cover: Now in its 4th edition, Manual of Engineering Drawing is a long-established guide for practicing and student engineers to producing engineering drawings and annotated 3D models that comply with the latest BSI and ISO standards of technical product specifications and documentation.This new edition has been updated in line with recent standard revisions and amendments, including the requirements of BS8888 2011 and related ISO standards. Ideal for international use, it includes a guide to the fundamental differences between the relevant ISO and ASME standards, as well as new information on legal aspects such as patents and copyright, and end-of-life design considerations. Equally applicable to CAD and manual drawing, the book includes the latest developments in 3D annotation and the specification of surface texture. Its broad scope also encompasses topics such as orthographic and pictorial projections, dimensional, geometrical and surface tolerancing, and the duality principle, along with numerous examples of electrical and hydraulic diagrams with symbols and applications of cams, bearings, welding and adhesives. Seen by many as an essential design reference, Manual of Engineering Drawing is an ideal companion for students studying vocational courses in technical product specification, undergraduates studying engineering or product design, and professional engineers beginning a career in design.

Andrew Knight ... 216 pages - Publisher: Chapman and Hall/CRC; 1st edition (August, 1999) ...
Language: English - ISBN-10: 0849320399 - ISBN-13: 978-084932039 ...

MATLAB-the tremendously popular computation, numerical analysis, signal processing, data analysis, and graphical software package-allows virtually every scientist and engineer to make better and faster progress. As MATLAB's world-wide sales approach a half-million with an estimated four million users, it becomes a near necessity that professionals and students have a level of competence in its use. Until now, however, there has been no book that quickly and effectively introduces MATLAB's capabilities to new users and assists those with more experience down the path toward increasingly sophisticated work.

Basics of MATLAB and Beyond is just such a book. Its hands-on, tutorial approach gently takes new users by the hand and leads them to competence in all the fundamentals of MATLAB. Then, with equal effectiveness, it covers the advanced topics that lead to full, creative exploitation of MATLAB's awesome power. With this book, readers will: Solve more problems with MATLAB-and solve them faster * Create clearer, more beautiful graphics with control over every detail * Create their own MATLAB code * Share their work by exporting data and graphics to other applications * Develop graphical user interfaces. Based on the latest 5.x release, Basics of MATLAB and Beyond supplies both novice and experienced users the tools they need to gain proficiency, increase productivity, and ultimately have more fun with MATLAB.

R. J. Mitchell ... 266 pages - Publisher: Springer; 1st edition (August, 1983) ...
Language: English - ISBN-10: 0046240047 - ISBN-13: 978-0046240042 ...

Earth structures engineering involves the analysis, design and construction of structures, such as slopes and dams, that are composed mainly of earth materials, and this is a growth area in geotechnical engineering practice. This growth is due largely to increased involvement in designing various types of earth structures for the resources industries (slopes, impoundment structures, offshore islands, mine backfills), to the development of increas­ ingly large hydroelectric projects, to the need for more freshwater storage and diversion schemes, and to the need for transportation, communications and other facilities in areas where the natural earth materials are occasionally subject to mass instabilities. Although geotechnical engineering transects traditional disciplinary boundaries of civil, geological and mining engineering, the majority of geotechnical engineers are graduates from civil engineering schools. Here the geotechnical instruction has been concentrated on soil mechanics and foundation engineering because foundation engineering has traditionally been the major component of geotechnical practice. Geotechnical special­ ists, however, generally have acquired considerable formal or informal training beyond their first engineering degree, and an advanced degree with considerable cross-discipline course content is still considered an advantage for a young engineer entering a career in geotechnical engineering. Practical job experience is, of course, a necessary part of professional development but is readily interpreted and assimilated only if the required background training has been obtained.

Vito A. Vanoni ... 424 pages - Publisher: Amer. Society of Civil Engineers; 2nd edition (June, 2006) ...
Language: English - ISBN-10: 0784408238 - ISBN-13: 978-0784408230 ...

Sedimentation Engineering, Manuals and Reports on Engineering Practice No. 54, is a valuable reference on sedimentation engineering and management. It provides an excellent source of information about mechanics of sediment transport and applications to the solution of sedimentation engineering problems. Originally published in 1975, Manual 54 is still considered to be the textbook on sedimentation engineering. This second edition, which includes a new index written by Professor Vito Vanoni, is also the progenitor of its companion Manual 110, Sedimentation Engineering: Theory, Measurements, Modeling, and Practice. Manual 54, along with companion Manual 110, will be beneficial to hydrologists, geomorphologists, sedimentologists, land-use planners, soil conservation specialists, and environmental, hydraulic, and agricultural engineers.

A. Anandarajah ... 653 pages - Publisher: Springer; 2010 edition (November, 2014) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 1489982418 - ISBN-13: 978-1489982414 ...

This book presents the latest developments in the area of elasto-plastic finite element modeling of solids, particulates and pressure-dependent materials and structures. It also contains problem sets, exercises and a solutions manual for instructors. Computational Methods in Elasticity and Plasticity: Solids and Porous Media presents the latest developments in the area of elastic and elasto-plastic finite element modeling of solids, porous media and pressure-dependent materials and structures. The book covers the following topics in depth: the mathematical foundations of solid mechanics, the finite element method for solids and porous media, the theory of plasticity and the finite element implementation of elasto-plastic constitutive models. The book also includes: - A detailed coverage of elasticity for isotropic and anisotropic solids. - A detailed treatment of nonlinear iterative methods that could be used for nonlinear elastic and elasto-plastic analyses. - A detailed treatment of a kinematic hardening von Mises model that could be used to simulate cyclic behavior of solids. - Discussion of recent advances in the analysis of porous media and pressure-dependent materials in more detail than other books currently available. Computational Methods in Elasticity and Plasticity: Solids and Porous Media  also contains problem sets, worked examples and  a solutions manual for instructors.

Michael Greenberg ... 1324 pages - Publisher: Pearson; 2nd edition (January, 1998) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0133214311 - ISBN-13: 978-0133214314 ...

This clear, pedagogically rich book develops a strong understanding of the mathematical principles and practices that today's engineers need to know. Equally as effective as either a textbook or reference manual, it approaches mathematical concepts from an engineering perspective, making physical applications more vivid and substantial. Its comprehensive instructional framework supports a conversational, down-to-earth narrative style, offering easy accessibility and frequent opportunities for application and reinforcement.

Limin Zhang, Ming Peng, Dongshegn Chang, Yao Xu ... 
450 pages - Publisher: Wiley; 1st edition (August, 2016)
Language: English - ISBN-10: 1118558510 - ISBN-13: 978-1118558515 ...

This book integrates the physical processes of dam breaching and the mathematical aspects of risk assessment in a concise manner:  • The first book that introduces the causes, processes and consequences of dam failures • Integrates the physical processes of dam breaching and the mathematical aspects of risk assessment in a concise manner • Emphasizes integrating theory and practice to better demonstrate the application of risk assessment and decision methodologies to real cases • Intends to formulate dam-breaching emergency management steps in a scientific structure.

Y. B. Yang, J. D. Yau, Y. S. Wu ... 564 pages - Publisher: Wspc; (July, 2004) ...
Language: English  - ISBN-10: 9812388478 - ISBN-13: 978-9812388476 ...

The commercial operation of the bullet train in 1964 in Japan marked the beginning of a new era for high-speed railways. Because of the huge amount of kinetic energy carried at high speeds, a train may interact significantly with the bridge and even resonate with it under certain circumstances. Equally important is the riding comfort of the train cars, which relates closely to the maneuverability of the train during its passage over the bridge at high speeds. This book is unique in that it is devoted entirely to the interaction between the supporting bridges and moving trains, the so-called vehicle-bridge interaction (VBI). Finite element procedures have been developed to treat interaction problems of various complexities, while the analytical solutions established for some typical problems are helpful for identifying the key parameters involved. Besides, some field tests were conducted to verify the theories established.This book provides an up-to-date coverage of research conducted on various aspects of the VBI problems. Using the series of VBI elements derived, the authors study a number of frontier problems, including the impact response of bridges with elastic bearings, the dynamic response of curved beam to moving centrifugal forces, the stability and derailment of trains moving over bridges shaken by earthquakes, the impact response of two trains crossing on a bridge, the steady-state response of trains moving over elevated bridges, and so on.

Peter Domone, John Illston ... 584 pages - Publisher: CRC Press; 4th edition (July, 2010) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0415465168 - ISBN-13: 978-0415465168 ...

Alphose Zingoni ... 388 pages - Publisher: CRC Press; (August, 2010) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0415584728 - ISBN-13: 978-0415584722 ...

Advances and Trends in Structural Engineering, Mechanics and Computation features over 300 papers classified into 21 sections, which were presented at the Fourth International Conference on Structural Engineering, Mechanics and Computation (SEMC 2010, Cape Town, South Africa, 6-8 September 2010). The SEMC conferences have been held every 3 years in Cape Town, and since then brought together academics, researchers and practitioners active in structural mechanics, associated computation and structural engineering.  The main purpose of the conferences was to review recent achievements in the advancement of knowledge and understanding in these areas, share the latest developments, and address the challenges that the present and the future pose. All major aspects of structural mechanics, associated computation and structural engineering are addressed in the present volume, including: structural mechanics (dynamics, vibration, impact, buckling, seismic response, fluid-structure interaction, soil-structure interaction); mechanics of materials (plasticity, fracture, fatigue, creep, shrinkage, damage, deterioration); numerical/computational modelling (numerical methods, formulations, finite-element modelling, structural modelling, material modelling, simulations); structural engineering and construction in the various materials (steel, concrete, timber, masonry, glass, steel-concrete composite, fibre-reinforced composite, laminated composite); design, construction and operational considerations (fire resistance, seismic resistance, loading, safety and reliability, codification, design optimisation, construction, assembly, monitoring, maintenance, repair, retrofitting). The structures dealt with include all sorts of buildings, sports facilities, bridges, viaducts, tunnels, underground structures, foundation structures, coastal structures, dams,  industrial towers and masts, containment structures (silos, tanks and pressure vessels), ship and aircraft structures, motor-vehicle structures, mechanical components and biological structures. Advances and Trends in Structural Engineering, Mechanics and Computation is published as a book of extended abstracts, and an accompanying CD-ROM with the full papers, and will be much of interest to engineers, academics and researchers in civil, structural, mechanical and aerospace engineering, and to those concerned with the analysis, design, construction and maintenance of engineering structures.

Robert Horonjeff, Francis McKelvey ... 688 pages - Publisher: McGraw-Hill; 5th edition (June, 2010) ...
Language: English - ISBN-10: 0071446419 - ISBN-13: 978-0071446419 ...

Dietmar Gross, Jörg Schröder, Peter Wriggers, Wolfgang Ehlers, Ralf Müller ... 246 pages - Publisher: Springer; 1st edition (October, 2016) ...
Language: English - ISBN-10: 3662534363 - ISBN-13: 978-3662534366 ...

This book contains the most important formulas and more than 190 completely solved problems from Kinetics and Hydrodynamics. It provides engineering students material to improve their skills and helps to gain experience in solving engineering problems. Particular emphasis is placed on finding the solution path and formulating the basic equations. Topics include: - Kinematics of a Point - Kinetics of a Point Mass - Dynamics of a System of Point Masses - Kinematics of Rigid Bodies - Kinetics of Rigid Bodies - Impact - Vibrations - Non-Inertial Reference Frames - Hydrodynamics.

Dietmar Gross,Wolfgang Ehlers, Peter Wriggers, Jörg Schröder, Ralf Müller ... 236 pages - Publisher: Springer; 1st edition (December, 2016) ...
Language: English - ISBN-10: 3662538539 - ISBN-13: 978-3662538531 ...

This book contains the most important formulas and more than 160 completely solved problems from Statics. It provides engineering students material to improve their skills and helps to gain experience in solving engineering problems. Particular emphasis is placed on finding the solution path and formulating the basic equations. Topics include: - Equilibrium - Center of Gravity, Center of Mass, Centroids - Support Reactions - Trusses - Beams, Frames, Arches - Cables - Work and Potential Energy - Static and Kinetic Friction - Moments of Inertia.

Leo Razdolsky ... 448 pages - Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education; 1st edition (June, 2012) ...
Language: English - ISBN-10: 0071789731 - ISBN-13: 978-0071789738 ...

Tested techniques for designing fire-resistant structures: Structural Fire Loads bridges the gap between prescriptive and performance-based methods for the design of fire-resistant buildings. The book streamlines complex computer analyses so that an approximate analytical expression can be easily used in structural fire load analysis and design. Simplified versions of energy, mass, and momentum equations are provided in dimensionless form with their solutions in tabular form. Step-by-step examples using standard structural systems, such as beams, trusses, frames, and arches, are also presented in this practical guide. Using the proven methods in this book, all types of fires can be addressed in the design process. Coverage includes: Overview of current practice * Structural fire load and computer models * Differential equations and assumptions * Simplifications of differential equations *Fire load and severity of fires * Structural analysis and design.

Andrew Charleson ... 260 pages - Publisher: Routledge; 2nd edition (September, 2014) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0415644593 - ISBN-13: 978-0415644594 ...

Harvinder Singh ... 172 pages - Publisher: Springer; 1st edition (October, 2016) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 9811025061 - ISBN-13: 978-9811025068 ...

This book discusses design aspects of steel fiber-reinforced concrete (SFRC) members, including the behavior of the SFRC and its modeling. It also examines the effect of various parameters governing the response of SFRC members in detail. Unlike other publications available in the form of guidelines, which mainly describe design methods based on experimental results, it describes the basic concepts and principles of designing structural members using SFRC as a structural material, predominantly subjected to flexure and shear. Although applications to special structures, such as bridges, retaining walls, tanks and silos are not specifically covered, the fundamental design concepts remain the same and can easily be extended to these elements. It introduces the principles and related theories for predicting the role of steel fibers in reinforcing concrete members concisely and logically, and presents various material models to predict the response of SFRC members in detail. These are then gradually extended to develop an analytical flexural model for the analysis and design of SFRC members. The lack of such a discussion is a major hindrance to the adoption of SFRC as a structural material in routine design practice. This book helps users appraise the role of fiber as reinforcement in concrete members used alone and/or along with conventional rebars. Applications to singly and doubly reinforced beams and slabs are illustrated with examples, using both SFRC and conventional reinforced concrete as a structural material. The influence of the addition of steel fibers on various mechanical properties of the SFRC members is discussed in detail, which is invaluable in helping designers and engineers create optimum designs. Lastly, it describes the generally accepted methods for specifying the steel fibers at the site along with the SFRC mixing methods, storage and transport and explains in detail methods to validate the adopted design. This book is useful to practicing engineers, researchers, and students.

S. P. Deolalkar ... 436 pages - Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann; 1st edition (September, 2015) ...
Language: English - ISBN-10: 0128034203 - ISBN-13: 978-0128034200 ...

Jerry A. Nathanson, Michael Lanzafama, Philip Kissam ... 360 pages - Publisher: Pearson; 6th edition (March, 2010) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0135000378 - ISBN-13: 978-0135000373 ...

Surveying Fundamentals and Practices, Sixth Edition, covers up-to-date surveying technology without losing perspective of the need to provide students with a strong foundation in traditional surveying fundamentals. Through clear explanations and applied examples, the text presents the methods of measuring and computing distances, angles, and directions. It provides students with a firm grasp of modern equipment and office and field procedures related to horizontal control surveys, property surveys, topographic surveys, roadway curve calculations, and construction layout surveys. The sixth edition offers students a "user-friendly" text that they will be able to rely on as a meaningful learning tool in class and at home.

F. B. J. Barends, P. M. P. C. Steijger ... 240 pages - Publisher: CRC Press; (January, 2002) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 9058093573 - ISBN-13: 978-9058093578.

A tribute to Professor Dr Arnold Verruijt, on the occasion of his retirement as professor in soil mechanics at the Technical University of Delft, this book is divided into five chapters covering: groundwater flow, consolidation, numerical methods, geodynamics and geostatics.

Nabil Fares ... 400 pages - Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers; (June, 2012) ...
Language: English - ISBN-10: 0784412227 - ISBN-13: 978-0784412220 ...

Practical Approximate Analysis of Beams and Frames presents a new method for structural engineers to approximately analyze the mechanics of beams and frames. The approach, which complements the results produced by computer software, can be used to sketch deflected shapes and to estimate moment diagrams, deflections, influence lines, and moments of inertia, as well as to establish a framework for nondestructive evaluation of framed structures. This method is relatively short and simple, robust with good accuracy, memorable, and applicable to practical problems. With this approximate analysis method, engineers sketch the deformations of beams and frames, with an emphasis on qualitative precision. The resulting sketches reveal the behavior of structures in a visually rich and informative way. One advantage of this method is that it localizes all dimensional quantities in a few factors, so that only relative stiffness parameters need to be estimated. Each chapter contains examples of this method applied to produce summaries and ranges of behavior in a wide variety of realistic situations. For practicing structural engineers, the methods in this book are an illuminating and time-saving addition to traditional computer calculations. For engineering students, these methods emphasize the conceptual aspects of mechanical analysis, supplementing their training in structural analysis software programs.

David Dowrick ... 548 pages - Publisher: Wiley; 2nd edition (August, 2009) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0470778156 - ISBN-13: 978-0470778159 ...

Orlando B. Andersland, B. Ladanyi ... 352 pages - Publisher: Springer; (November, 1994) ...
Language: English - ISBN-10: 0412982013 - ISBN-13: 978-0412982019 ...

Frozen Ground Engineering first introduces the reader to the frozen environment and the behavior of frozen soil as an engineering material. In subsequent chapters this information is used in the analysis and design of ground support systems, foundations, and embankments. These and other topics make this book suitable for use by civil engineering students in a one-semester course on frozen ground engineering at the senior or first-year-graduate level. Students are assumed to have a working knowledge of undergraduate mechanics (statics and mechanics of materials) and geotechnical engineering (usual two-course sequence). A knowledge of basic geology would be helpful but is not essential. This book will also be useful to advanced students in other disciplines and to engineers who desire an introduction to frozen ground engineering or references to selected technical publications in the field. BACKGROUND: Frozen ground engineering has developed rapidly in the past several decades under the pressure of necessity. As practical problems involving frozen soils broadened in scope, the inadequacy of earlier methods for coping became increasingly apparent. The application of ground freezing to geotechnical projects throughout the world continues to grow as significant advances have been made in ground freezing technology. Freezing is a useful and versatile technique for temporary earth support, groundwater control in difficult soil or rock strata, and the formation of subsurface containment barriers suitable for use in groundwater remediation projects.

Christian Blum, Günther R. Raidl ... 157 pages - Publisher: Springer; 1st edition (May, 2016) ...
Language: English - ISBN-10: 3319308823 - ISBN-13: 978-3319308821 ...

This book explains the most prominent and some promising new, general techniques that combine metaheuristics with other optimization methods. A first introductory chapter reviews the basic principles of local search, prominent metaheuristics, and tree search, dynamic programming, mixed integer linear programming, and constraint programming for combinatorial optimization purposes. The chapters that follow present five generally applicable hybridization strategies, with exemplary case studies on selected problems: incomplete solution representations and decoders; problem instance reduction; large neighborhood search; parallel non-independent construction of solutions within metaheuristics; and hybridization based on complete solution archives.

The authors are among the leading researchers in the hybridization of metaheuristics with other techniques for optimization, and their work reflects the broad shift to problem-oriented rather than algorithm-oriented approaches, enabling faster and more effective implementation in real-life applications. This hybridization is not restricted to different variants of metaheuristics but includes, for example, the combination of mathematical programming, dynamic programming, or constraint programming with metaheuristics, reflecting cross-fertilization in fields such as optimization, algorithmics, mathematical modeling, operations research, statistics, and simulation. The book is a valuable introduction and reference for researchers and graduate students in these domains.

Jeff Kuo ... 320 pages - Publisher: CRC Press; 2nd edition (June, 2014) ...
Language: English - ISBN-10: 1466585234 - ISBN-13: 978-1466585232 ...

Includes Illustrative Applications of Practical Design Calculations: Written in a straightforward style and user-friendly format, Practical Design Calculations for Groundwater and Soil Remediation, Second Edition highlights the essential concepts and important aspects of major design calculations used in soil and groundwater remediation. Drawing from the author’s teaching and consulting experience, this text provides practical information that addresses the current needs of practicing engineers, scientists, and legal experts in the field.

What’s New in This Edition:This latest edition covers important aspects of major design calculations as well as practical and relevant working information for groundwater and soil remediation. Realistic examples are used liberally to illustrate the applications of the design calculations. Many examples are designed to assist the readers in building the right concepts. The text begins with an introductory chapter; it then illustrates the engineering calculations needed during site assessment and remedial investigation. It continues with a discussion on plume migration in soil and groundwater. It then covers the mass-balance concept, reaction kinetics, and types, configurations, and sizing of reactors. The author incorporates important design calculations for commonly usedin situ and ex situ soil and groundwater remediation technologies, such as soil venting, air sparging, air stripping, bioremediation, and chemical oxidation, and off-gas treatment technologies. He also presents design calculations for capture zone and optimal well spacing. Practical Design Calculations for Groundwater and Soil Remediation, Second Edition Includes both SI and US customary units, as well as unit conversions * Presents examples that directly follow the design equations * Provides discussion that assists engineers in building proper concepts. also serves as a reference or textbook for students dedicated to the study of site remediation.

Akbar R. Tamboli ... 416 pages - Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education; 3rd edition (November, 2016) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 1259585514 - ISBN-13: 978-1259585517 ...

The definitive guide to steel connection design―fully revised to reflect the latest codes and standards: Featuring contributions from a team of industry-recognized experts, this up-to-date resource offers comprehensive coverage of every type of steel connection. The book explains leading methods for connecting structural steel components―including state-of-the-art techniques and materials―and contains new information on fastener and welded joints. Hundreds of detailed examples, photographs, and illustrations simplify compliance. Thoroughly updated to align with the 2016 AISC code provisions, Handbook of Structural Steel Connection Design and Details, Third Edition features brand-new material on important structural engineering topics that are rarely discussed in other texts.  Sweeping revisions to this edition include completely rewritten chapters on welding and quality Control, state-of-the-art new construction and fabrication methods incorporated into the special structures chapter, a rigorously updated Steel Deck chapter that reflects the latest SDI requirements, new examples of partially restrained connections, and the latest on seismic connection and structural design. Coverage Includes: Fasteners and Welds for Structural Connections * Design of Connections for Axial, Moment, and Shear Forces * Welded Joint Design and Production * Partially Restrained Connections * Seismic Design of Connections * Connection Design for Special Structures * Quality Control and Quality Assurance * Steel Deck Connections *Bonus online chapters on Structural Steel Details and Connections to Composite Members.

A. Kaveh ... 373 pages -Publisher: Springer; (December, 2016) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 3319480111 - ISBN-13: 978-3319480114.

The book presents recently developed efficient metaheuristic optimization algorithms and their applications for solving various optimization problems in civil engineering. The concepts can also be used for optimizing problems in mechanical and electrical engineering.

George Exadaktylos, Ioannis G. Vardoulakis ...
469 pages - Publisher: Springer; Reprint of 1st (2007) edition (December, 2009) ...
Language: English - ISBN-10: 3642080448 - ISBN-13: 978-3642080449 ...

This is an up-to-date review of developments in the field of bifurcations and instabilities in geomechanics from some of the world’s leading experts. Leading international researchers and practitioners of the topics debate the developments and applications which have occurred over the last few decades. Beside fundamental research findings, applications in geotechnical, petroleum, mining, and bulk materials engineering are emphasised. [by H.V. Thang]

Jack Evett, Cheng Liu ... 800 pages - Publisher: McGraw-Hill; 1st edition (January, 1989) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0070197849 - ISBN-13: 978-0070197848 ...

This powerful problem-solver gives you 2,500 problems in fluid mechanics and hydraulics, fully solved step-by-step! From Schaum’s, the originator of the solved-problem guide, and students’ favorite with over 30 million study guides sold—this timesaver helps you master every type of fluid mechanics and hydraulics problem that you will face in your homework and on your tests, from properties of fluids to drag and lift. Work the problems yourself, then check the answers, or go directly to the answers you need using the complete index. Compatible with any classroom text, Schaum’s 2500 Solved Problems in Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics is so complete it’s the perfect tool for graduate or professional exam review! From the Back Cover: Master fluid mechanics and hydraulics with Schaum’s—the high-performance solved-problem guide. It will help you cut study time, hone problem-solving skills, and achieve your personal best on exams! Students love Schaum’s Solved Problem Guides because they produce results. Each year, hundreds of thousands of students improve their test scores and final grades with these indispensable guides. Get the edge on your classmates. Use Schaum’s! If you don't have a lot of time but want to excel in class, this book helps you: Brush up before tests; Find answers fast; Study quickly and more effectively; Get the big picture without spending hours poring over lengthy textbooks. Timesaving features include: Step-by-step solutions to problems; Complete explanations of every step; Thousands of practice problems; Problems from every area of fluid mechanics and hydraulics; Problems grouped by topic; A wealth of problems on each topic; Clear diagrams and illustrations; Comprehensive index. Compatible with any classroom text, Schaum’s 2500 Solved Problems in Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics lets you progress at your own pace and find the anwers you need—fast! This Schaum’s Solved Problem Guide is so complete it’s the perfect tool for graduate or professional exam review!

You get fully solved problems explained step-by-step in chapters on: Properties of Fluids. Fluid Statics. Forces on Submerged Plane Areas. Dams. Forces on Submerged Curved Areas. Buoyancy and Flotation. Kinematics of Fluid Motion. Fundamentals of Fluid Flow. Flow in Closed Conduits. Energy Losses Due to Friction. Minor Energy Losses. Series Pipeline Systems. Parallel Pipeline Systems; Branching Pipeline Systems. Pipe Networks. Dimensional Analysis and Simultude. Flow in Open Channels. Flood Routing. Flow of Compressible Fluids. Unsteady Flow Problems. Flow Measurement. Pumps and Fans. Turbines. Hydraulic and Energy Grade Lines; Forces Developed by Fluids in Motion. Dynamic Drag and Lift. Basic Hydrodynamics. Index.

Michael Carter, Stephen P. Bentley ... 248 pages - Publisher: Wiley; 2nd edition (July, 2016) ... Language: English - ASIN: B01IVSAGQU by Amazon Digital Services ...

Soil Properties and their Correlations, Second Edition provides a summary of commonly-used soil engineering properties and gives a wide range of correlations between the various properties, presented in the context of how they will be used in geotechnical design. The book is divided into 11 chapters: Commonly-measured properties; Grading and plasticity; Density; Permeability, Consolidation and settlement; Shear strength; California bearing ratio; Shrinkage and swelling characteristics; Frost susceptibility; Susceptibility to combustion; and Soil-structure interfaces. In addition, there are two appendices: Soil classification systems; and Sampling methods. This new, more comprehensive, edition provides material that would be of practical assistance to those faced with the problem of having to estimate soil behaviour from little or no laboratory test data. Key features: Soil properties explained in practical terms. * A large number of correlations between different soil properties. * A valuable aid for assessing design values of properties. * Clear statements on practical limitations and accuracy. An invaluable source of reference for experienced professionals working on geotechnical design, it  will also give students and early-career engineers an in-depth appreciation of the appropriate use of each property and the pitfalls to avoid.

Willi Freeden, Martin Gutting ... 501 pages - Publisher: Birkhäuser; (February, 2013) ...
Language: English - ASIN: B00BLREZUW by Amazon Digital Services ...

Special functions enable us to formulate a scientific problem by reduction such that a new, more concrete problem can be attacked within a well-structured framework, usually in the context of differential equations. A good understanding of special functions provides the capacity to recognize the causality between the abstractness of the mathematical concept and both the impact on and cross-sectional importance to the scientific reality. The special functions to be discussed in this monograph vary greatly, depending on the measurement parameters examined (gravitation, electric and magnetic fields, deformation, climate observables, fluid flow, etc.) and on the respective field characteristic (potential field, diffusion field, wave field). The differential equation under consideration determines the type of special functions that are needed in the desired reduction process.

Each chapter closes with exercises that reflect significant topics, mostly in computational applications. As a result, readers are not only directly confronted with the specific contents of each chapter, but also with additional knowledge on mathematical fields of research, where special functions are essential to application. All in all, the book is an equally valuable resource for education in geomathematics and the study of applied and harmonic analysis. Students who wish to continue with further studies should consult the literature given as supplements for each topic covered in the exercises. [by H.V. Thang]