Structural Foundation Designers' Manual, W. G. Curtin, Gerry Shaw, 2nd Edition (2006)

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This manual for civil and structural engineers aims to simplify as much as possible a complex subject which is often treated too theoretically, by explaining in a practical way how to provide uncomplicated, buildable and economical foundations.

It explains simply, clearly and with numerous worked examples how economic foundation design is achieved. It deals with both straightforward and difficult sites, following the process through site investigation, foundation selection and, finally, design.

The book:

includes chapters on many aspects of foundation engineering that most other books avoid including

filled and contaminated sites 

mining and other man-made conditions 

features a step-by-step procedure for the design of lightweight and flexible rafts, to fill the gap in guidance in this much neglected, yet extremely economical foundation solution 

concentrates on foundations for building structures rather than the larger civil engineering foundations 

includes many innovative and economic solutions developed and used by the authors’ practice but not often covered in other publications 

provides an extensive series of appendices as a valuable reference source. 

Structural Foundation Designers' Manual, W. G. Curtin, Gerry Shaw, 2nd Edition (2006)

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Pile Design for Structural and Geotechnical Engineers, Ruwan Rajapakse, (2009)

All objects and structures transfer their load either directly or indirectly to the earth. The capacity of the earth to support such loads depends on the strength and stability of the supporting soil or rock materials. Pile foundations are the part of a structure used to carry and transfer the load of the structure to the bearing ground located at some depth below ground surface. There are many texts on pile foundations. Generally, these books are complicated and difficult to understand. Easy to use and understand, this book covers virtually every subject concerning pile design, featuring techniques that do not appear in other books on the subject. The book contains design methods with real life examples on pin piles, bater piles, concrete piles, steel piles, timber piles, auger cast piles, underpinning design, seismic pile design, negative skin friction and design of Bitumen coated piles for negative skin friction and many other subjects. The book is packed with design examples, case studies and after construction scenarios are presented for the reader's benefits. This book enables the reader to come away with a complete and comprehensive understanding of the issues related to the design, installation and construction of piles

Pile Design for Structural and Geotechnical Engineers, Ruwan Rajapakse, (2009)

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Geotechnical Engineering of Dams, Robin Fell (2005) - Free Books

Geotechnical Engineering of Dams provides a comprehensive text on the geotechnical and geological aspects of the investigations for and the design and construction of new dams. In addition, much attention is paid to the review and assessment of existing dams. The main emphasis of this work is on embankment dams, but much of the text, particularly those parts related to geology, can be used for concrete gravity and arch dams. All phases of investigation, design and construction of a dam are covered. Detailed descriptions are given from the initial site assessment and site investigation program through to the preliminary and detailed design phases and, ultimately, the construction phase. The assessment of existing dams, including the assessment of the likelihood of internal erosion and piping analysis of risks posed by those dams, is also presented. This valuable source on dam engineering incorporates the collective experience of the authors, each of whom has more than thirty-five years experience in the subject area. Design methods are presented in combination with their theoretical basis, to enable the reader to develop a proper understanding of the possibilities and limitations of a method. For its practical, well-founded approach, this work can serve as a useful guide for professional dam engineers and engineering geologists and as a textbook for university students.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction 2. Key Geological Issues 3. Geotechnical Questions Associated with Various Geological Environments 4. Planning, Conducting and Reporting of Geotechnical Investigations 5. Site Investigation Techniques 6. Shear Strength, Compressibility and Permeability of Embankment Materials and Soil Foundations 7. Clay Mineralogy, Soil Properties, and Dispersive Soils 8. Embankment Dams, their Zoning and Selection 9. Design, Specification and Construction of Filters 10. Control of Seepage, Internal Erosion and Piping for Embankment Dams 11. Analysis of Stability and Deformations 12. Design of Embankment Dams to Withstand Earthquakes 13. Embankment Dam Details 14. Specification and Quality Control of Earthfill and Rockfill 15. Concrete Face Rockfill Dams 16. Concrete Gravity Dams and their Foundations 17. Foundation Preparation and Cleanup for Embankment and Concrete Dams 18. Foundation Grouting 19. Mine and Industrial Dams 20. Monitoring and Surveillance of Embankment Dams.

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Publisher:	Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN:	041536440X
EAN:	9780415364409
Dimensions:	24.38 x 17.02 x 5.59 centimetres (1.81 kg)
Age Range:	15+ years

Geotechnical Engineering of Dams, Robin Fell (2005) 

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Foundation Analysis and Design,5th edition, Joseph E. Bowles (2001)

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Publication Date: March 1, 2001 | ISBN-10: 0071188444 | ISBN-13: 978-0071188449

The revision of this text for a junior/senior course in foundation analysis and design now includes an IBM computer disk containing 16 compiled programs together with the data sets used to produce the output sheets, as well as new material on sloping ground, pile and pile group analysis, and procedures for an improved anlysis of lateral piles. Bearing capacity analysis has been substantially revised for footings with horizontal as well as vertical loads. Footing design for overturning now incorporates the use of the same uniform linear pressure concept used in ascertaining the bearing capacity. Increased emphasis is placed on geotextiles for retaining walls and soil nailing.

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Foundation Analysis and Design,5th edition, Joseph E. Bowles (2001)

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Principles of Foundation Engineering 7th Edition by Braja M.Das (2010)

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Publication Date: March 8, 2010 | ISBN-10: 0495668109 | ISBN-13: 978-0495668107 | Edition: 7

Originally published in the fall of 1983, Braja M. Das' Seventh Edition of PRINCIPLES OF FOUNDATION ENGINEERING continues to maintain the careful balance of current research and practical field applications that has made it the leading text in foundation engineering courses. Featuring a wealth of worked-out examples and figures that help students with theory and problem-solving skills, the book introduces civil engineering students to the fundamental concepts and application of foundation analysis design. Throughout, Das emphasizes the judgment needed to properly apply the theories and analysis to the evaluation of soils and foundation design as well as the need for field experience.

Principles of Foundation Engineering 7th Edition by Braja M.Das (2010)

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3-D Seismic Interpretation, (2007)

Publication Date: November 26, 2007 | ISBN-10: 0521710669 | ISBN-13: 978-0521710664

This book introduces geophysicists and geologists to the technique of interpreting 3-D seismic data. The topics it covers include basic structural interpretation and map-making; the use of 3-D visualization methods; interpretation of seismic amplitudes; the generation and use of AVO and acoustic impedance datasets; and time-lapse seismic mapping. Written by professional geophysicists with many years of working experience in the oil industry, the book will be indispensable for graduate students, researchers, and 

.new entrants into the petroleum industry

3-D Seismic Interpretation

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