Geotechnical Engineering Design

Detalles Bibliográficos
Autor principal: Xiao, Ming
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Newark : John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, 2015.
Colección:New York Academy of Sciences Ser.
Temas:
Electronic books.
Acceso en línea:Texto completo
Tabla de Contenidos:
  • Cover
  • Title Page
  • Copyright
  • Contents
  • Preface
  • About the Authors
  • About the Companion Website
  • Chapter 1 Introduction to Engineering Geology
  • 1.1 Introduction
  • 1.2 Structure of the Earth and geologic time
  • 1.3 Formation and classification of rocks
  • 1.3.1 Igneous rocks
  • 1.3.2 Sedimentary rocks
  • 1.3.3 Metamorphic rocks
  • 1.4 Engineering properties and behaviors of rocks
  • 1.4.1 Geotechnical properties of rocks
  • 1.4.2 Comparison of the three types of rocks
  • 1.5 Formation and classification of soils
  • 1.5.1 Soils formation
  • 1.5.2 Soil types
  • 1.5.3 Residual and transported soils
  • 1.6 Maps used in engineering geology
  • 1.6.1 Topographic maps
  • 1.6.2 Geologic map
  • Homework Problems
  • References
  • Chapter 2 Geotechnical Subsurface Exploration
  • 2.1 Framework of subsoil exploration
  • 2.2 Field drilling and sampling
  • 2.2.1 Information required before drilling and sampling
  • 2.2.2 Drill rigs
  • 2.2.3 Drilling methods and augers
  • 2.2.4 Soil sampling methods
  • 2.3 Geotechnical boring log
  • 2.4 In situ field testing
  • 2.4.1 Standard penetration test (SPT)
  • 2.4.2 Cone penetration test (CPT)
  • 2.4.3 Vane shear test
  • 2.4.4 Flat plate dilatometer test
  • 2.4.5 Inclinometer test
  • 2.4.6 Groundwater monitoring well
  • 2.5 Subsurface investigations using geophysical techniques
  • 2.5.1 Ground penetration radar (GPR)
  • 2.5.2 Electromagnetics in frequency domain and in time domain
  • 2.5.3 Electrical resistivity imaging
  • 2.5.4 Microgravity
  • 2.5.5 Seismic refraction and seismic reflection
  • 2.6 Geotechnical investigation report
  • 2.6.1 Site reconnaissance and description
  • 2.6.2 Subsurface exploration (field exploration)
  • 2.6.3 Laboratory testing
  • 2.6.4 Geotechnical engineering recommendations
  • 2.6.5 Appendix
  • Homework Problems
  • References
  • Chapter 3 Shallow Foundation Design
  • 3.1 Introduction to foundation design
  • 3.2 Bearing capacity of shallow foundations
  • 3.2.1 Failure modes of shallow foundations
  • 3.2.2 Terzaghi's bearing capacity theory
  • 3.2.3 The general bearing capacity theory
  • 3.2.4 Effect of groundwater on ultimate bearing capacity
  • 3.2.5 Foundation design approach based on allowable bearing capacity and the global factor of safety approach
  • 3.2.6 Foundation design approach based on allowable bearing capacity and the partial factor of safety approach
  • 3.2.7 Bearing capacity of eccentrically loaded shallow foundations
  • 3.2.8 Mat foundations
  • 3.3 Settlements of shallow foundations
  • 3.3.1 Vertical stress increase due to external load
  • 3.3.2 Elastic settlement
  • 3.3.3 Consolidation settlement
  • Homework Problems
  • References
  • Chapter 4 Introduction to Deep Foundation Design
  • 4.1 Introduction to deep foundations
  • 4.1.1 Needs for deep foundation
  • 4.1.2 Foundation types
  • 4.1.3 Driven pile foundation design and construction process
  • 4.2 Pile load transfer mechanisms and factor of safety

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