Author: Ioannis V. ConstantopoulosPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Finite element method
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Initiation of Failure in Slopes in Overconsolidated Clays and Clay Shales
Author: Ioannis V. ConstantopoulosPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Finite element method
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Weathering as a Predisposing Factor to Slope Movements
Author: Domenico CalcaterraPublisher: Geological Society of London
ISBN: 9781862392977
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 254
Book Description
This volume is intended to provide an up-to-date overview of the approaches, methodologies and techniques devoted to better understand-ing of the weathering conditions of rock masses on slopes. According to the local conditions, a variety of slope movements may take place and involve weathered rock masses. Shallow and rapid soil slips evolving to debris flows are probably the most common type of slope movement. At the same time, deep-seated, intermittent landslides can also affect large volumes of weathered rocks and soils. Despite the high frequency of landslides in weathered materials, and the damage and casualties they repeatedly cause, little is known about the relationship between weathering and slope move-ments. This book presents worldwide case studies, where a variety of geo-logical and geomorphological settings are discussed. The content is divided into three sections: the first is devoted to broad aspects of the weathering/landslide processes; the second and third sections include papers dealing with igneous/metamorphic and sedimentary weathered rocks, respec-tively.
Nuclear Science Abstracts
Author: U.S. Geological Survey Bulletin
Author: Geological Survey Bulletin
Author: Mineral Resources of the Mount Zirkel Wilderness and Northern Park Range Vicinity, Jackson and Routt Counties, Colorado
Author: Edward Joseph YoungPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Engineering geology
Languages : en
Pages : 456
Book Description
Annotated Bibliography of Explosive Excavation Related Research
Author: Waterways Experiment Station (U.S.)Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Excavation
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
[Describes all reports prepared from fiscal years 1962-72.]
Publication
Author: Oslo. Norges geotekniske instituttPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Geology
Languages : en
Pages : 682
Book Description
Includes the institute's report, 1953-
Principles of Engineering Geology
Author: P.B. AttewellPublisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 9400957076
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 1075
Book Description
'Engineering geology' is one of those terms that invite definition. The American Geological Institute, for example, has expanded the term to mean 'the application of the geological sciences to engineering practice for the purpose of assuring that the geological factors affecting the location, design, construction, operation and mainten ance of engineering works are recognized and adequately provided for'. It has also been defined by W. R. Judd in the McGraw-Hill Encyclopaedia of Science and Technology as 'the application of education and experience in geology and other geosciences to solve geological problems posed by civil engineering structures'. Judd goes on to specify those branches of the geological or geo-sciences as surface (or surficial) geology, structural/fabric geology, geohydro logy, geophysics, soil and rock mechanics. Soil mechanics is firmly included as a geological science in spite of the perhaps rather unfortunate trends over the years (now happily being reversed) towards purely mechanistic analyses which may well provide acceptable solutions for only the simplest geology. Many subjects evolve through their subject areas from an interdisciplinary background and it is just such instances that pose the greatest difficulties of definition. Since the form of educational development experienced by the practitioners of the subject ulti mately bears quite strongly upon the corporate concept of the term 'engineering geology', it is useful briefly to consider that educational background.
Foundation Engineering Handbook
Author: Hsai-Yang FangPublisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1475752717
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 935
Book Description
More than ten years have passed since the first edition was published. During that period there have been a substantial number of changes in geotechnical engineering, especially in the applications of foundation engineering. As the world population increases, more land is needed and many soil deposits previously deemed unsuitable for residential housing or other construction projects are now being used. Such areas include problematic soil regions, mining subsidence areas, and sanitary landfills. To overcome the problems associated with these natural or man-made soil deposits, new and improved methods of analysis, design, and implementation are needed in foundation construction. As society develops and living standards rise, tall buildings, transportation facilities, and industrial complexes are increasingly being built. Because of the heavy design loads and the complicated environments, the traditional design concepts, construction materials, methods, and equipment also need improvement. Further, recent energy and material shortages have caused additional burdens on the engineering profession and brought about the need to seek alternative or cost-saving methods for foundation design and construction.