Slope Stability, Retaining Walls, and Foundations

Slope Stability, Retaining Walls, and Foundations
Author: Louis Ge
Publisher: Amer Society of Civil Engineers
Total Pages: 252
Release: 2009
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780784410493

This Geotechnical Special Publication contains 35 peer-reviewed technical papers presented at the GeoHunan International Conference: Challenges and Recent Advances in Pavement Technologies and Transportation Geotechnics, which took place in Changsha, Hunan, China, from August 3 to 6, 2009. This proceedings examines topics such as: Ø soil stabilization Ø dynamic behavior of soils and foundations Ø earth retaining walls Ø slope stability This publication will be valuable to geotechnical engineering professors and students, as well as geotechnical engineers and professionals

Slope Stability Engineering

Slope Stability Engineering
Author: Institution of Civil Engineers (Great Britain)
Publisher: Thomas Telford
Total Pages: 466
Release: 1991-04-15
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780727716606

This volume draws on the experience and extensive research of an international authorship to bring together details on slope stability, causes of landslides, landslide prevention, new techniques for assessing and predicting stability, new methods for stabilising slopes and the special considerations for coastal situations.

The Mechanics of Soils and Foundations

The Mechanics of Soils and Foundations
Author: John Atkinson
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 448
Release: 2017-12-21
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1482288362

Ideal for undergraduates of geotechnical engineering for civil engineers, this established textbook sets out the basic theories of soil mechanics in a clear and straightforward way; combining both classical and critical state theories and giving students a good grounding in the subject which will last right through into a career as a geotechnical engineer. The subject is broken down into discrete topics which are presented in a series of short, focused chapters with clear and accessible text that develops from the purely theoretical to discussing practical applications. Soil behaviour is described by relatively simple equations with clear parameters while a number of worked examples and simple experimental demonstrations are included to illustrate the principles involved and aid reader understanding.

Slope Stability Analysis by the Limit Equilibrium Method

Slope Stability Analysis by the Limit Equilibrium Method
Author: Yang Hsien Huang
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2014
Genre: Embankments
ISBN: 9780784412886

Yang H. Huang presents fundamental principles and methods for using the limit equilibrium method in analyzing slope stability for the safe design of earth slopes.

Basics of Retaining Wall Design 11th Edition

Basics of Retaining Wall Design 11th Edition
Author: Hugh Brooks
Publisher:
Total Pages: 259
Release: 2018-05-11
Genre: Retaining walls
ISBN: 9780976836476

UPDATED AND EXPANDED NEW 11TH EDITION. Design guide for earth retaining structures covers nearly every type of earth retaining structure: cantilevered, counterfort, restrained (basement walls), gravity, segmental, sheet pile, soldier pile, and others. Current building code requirements are referenced throughout. Topics include types of retaining structures, basic soil mechanics, design of concrete and masonry walls, lateral earth pressures, seismic design, surcharges, pile and pier foundations, Gabion walls and swimming pool walls. Fourteen varied design examples. Comprehensive Appendix with Glossary of terminology. 257 pages. 8-1/2x11 paperback.

Design of Foundation Systems

Design of Foundation Systems
Author: N. P. Kurian
Publisher: Alpha Science Int'l Ltd.
Total Pages: 862
Release: 2005
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9781842651278

This textbook first published in 1992 now appearing in its third edition retains the best features from the earlier editions and adds significantly to the contents, which include developments in the 1990s.

Fundamentals of Foundation Engineering

Fundamentals of Foundation Engineering
Author: Chang-Yu Ou
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 468
Release: 2023-09-18
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 100095854X

This book aims to introduce the principle and design of various foundations, covering shallow foundations, mat foundations, earth retaining structures, excavations, pile foundations, and slope stability. Since the analysis and design of a foundation are based on the soil properties under short-term (undrained) or long-term (drained) conditions, the assessment of soil properties from the geotechnical site investigation and the concept of drained or undrained soil properties are discussed in the first two chapters. Foundation elements transfer various load combinations from the superstructure to the underlying soils or rocks. The load transfer mechanisms, vertical stress or earth pressure distributions, and failure modes of each foundation type are clearly explained in this book. After understanding the soil responses subjected to the loadings from the foundation, the design methods, required factors of safety, and improvement measures for each foundation type are elaborated. This book presents both theoretical explication and practical applications for readers to easily comprehend the theoretical background, design methods, and practical applications and considerations. Each chapter provides relevant exercise examples and a problem set for self-practice. The analysis methods introduced in the book can be applied in actual analysis and design as they contain the most up-to-date knowledge of foundation design. This book is suitable for teachers and students to use in foundation engineering courses and engineers who are engaged in foundation design to create a technically sound, construction-feasible, and economical design of the foundation system.

Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil (GRS) Walls

Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil (GRS) Walls
Author: Jonathan T. H. Wu
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 414
Release: 2019-07-10
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1119375843

The first book to provide a detailed overview of Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil Walls Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil (GRS) Walls deploy horizontal layers of closely spaced tensile inclusion in the fill material to achieve stability of a soil mass. GRS walls are more adaptable to different environmental conditions, more economical, and offer high performance in a wide range of transportation infrastructure applications. This book addresses both GRS and GMSE, with a much stronger emphasis on the former. For completeness, it begins with a review of shear strength of soils and classical earth pressure theories. It then goes on to examine the use of geosynthetics as reinforcement, and followed by the load-deformation behavior of GRS mass as a soil-geosynthetic composite, reinforcing mechanisms of GRS, and GRS walls with different types of facing. Finally, the book finishes by covering design concepts with design examples for different loading and geometric conditions, and the construction of GRS walls, including typical construction procedures and general construction guidelines. The number of GRS walls and abutments built to date is relatively low due to lack of understanding of GRS. While failure rate of GMSE has been estimated to be around 5%, failure of GRS has been found to be practically nil, with studies suggesting many advantages, including a smaller susceptibility to long-term creep and stronger resistance to seismic loads when well-compacted granular fill is employed. Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil (GRS) Walls will serve as an excellent guide or reference for wall projects such as transportation infrastructure—including roadways, bridges, retaining walls, and earth slopes—that are in dire need of repair and replacement in the U.S. and abroad. Covers both GRS and GMSE (MSE with geosynthetics as reinforcement); with much greater emphasis on GRS walls Showcases reinforcing mechanisms, engineering behavior, and design concepts of GRS and includes many step-by-step design examples Features information on typical construction procedures and general construction guidelines Includes hundreds of line drawings and photos Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil (GRS) Walls is an important book for practicing geotechnical engineers and structural engineers, as well as for advanced students of civil, structural, and geotechnical engineering.

Slope Stability and Stabilization Methods

Slope Stability and Stabilization Methods
Author: Lee W. Abramson
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 738
Release: 2001-11-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780471384939

A major revision of the comprehensive text/reference Written by world-leading geotechnical engineers who share almost 100 years of combined experience, Slope Stability and Stabilization, Second Edition assembles the background information, theory, analytical methods, design and construction approaches, and practical examples necessary to carry out a complete slope stability project. Retaining the best features of the previous edition, this new book has been completely updated to address the latest trends and methodology in the field. Features include: All-new chapters on shallow failures and stability of landfill slopes New material on probabilistic stability analysis, cost analysis of stabilization alternatives, and state-of-the-art techniques in time-domain reflectometry to help engineers plan and model new designs Tested and FHA-approved procedures for the geotechnical stage of highway, tunnel, and bridge projects Sound guidance for geotechnical stage design and planning for virtually all types of construction projects Slope Stability and Stabilization, Second Edition is filled with current and comprehensive information, making it one of the best resources available on the subject-and an essential reference for today's and tomorrow's professionals in geology, geotechnical engineering, soil science, and landscape architecture.

Seismic Analysis and Design of Retaining Walls, Buried Structures, Slopes, and Embankments

Seismic Analysis and Design of Retaining Walls, Buried Structures, Slopes, and Embankments
Author: Donald G. Anderson
Publisher: Transportation Research Board
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2008
Genre: Earthquake resistant design
ISBN: 0309117658

This report explores analytical and design methods for the seismic design of retaining walls, buried structures, slopes, and embankments. The Final Report is organized into two volumes. NCHRP Report 611 is Volume 1 of this study. Volume 2, which is only available online, presents the proposed specifications, commentaries, and example problems for the retaining walls, slopes and embankments, and buried structures.