Designing with Geosynthetics - 6Th Edition Vol. 1

Designing with Geosynthetics - 6Th Edition Vol. 1
Author: Robert M. Koerner
Publisher: Xlibris Corporation
Total Pages: 524
Release: 2012-01-16
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1462882900

Following the structure of previous editions, Volume 1 of this Sixth Edition proceeds through four individual chapters on geosynthetics, geotextiles, geogrids and geonets. Volume 2 continues with geomembranes, geosynthetic clay liners, geofoam and geocomposites. The two volumes must accompany one another. All are polymeric materials used for myriad applications in geotechnical, geoenvironmental, transportation, hydraulic and private development applications. The technology has become a worldwide enterprise with approximate $5B material sales in the 35-years since first being introduced. In addition to describing and illustrating the various materials; the most important test methods and design examples are included as pertains to specific application areas. This latest edition differs from previous ones in that sustainability is addressed throughout, new material variations are presented, new applications are included and references are updated accordingly. Each chapter includes problems for which a solutions manual is available.

Scientific and Technical Aerospace Reports

Scientific and Technical Aerospace Reports
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Publisher:
Total Pages: 816
Release: 1989
Genre: Aeronautics
ISBN:

Lists citations with abstracts for aerospace related reports obtained from world wide sources and announces documents that have recently been entered into the NASA Scientific and Technical Information Database.