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31. Reliability-Based Design in Geotechnical Engineering

    Computations and Applications

    Edited by Kok-Kwang Phoon

    Reliability-based design is the only engineering methodology currently available which can ensure self-consistency in both physical and probabilistic terms. It is also uniquely compatible with the theoretical basis underlying other disciplines such as structural design. It is especially...

    Published April 20th 2008 by CRC Press
32. Geotechnical and Geophysical Site Characterization

    Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Site Characterization (ISC'3, Taipei, Taiwan, 1-4 April 2008). BOOK Keynote papers (258 pages) + CD-ROM full papers (1508 pages)

    Edited by An-Bin Huang, Paul W. Mayne

    Geotechnical and Geophysical Site Characterization collects the papers presented at the Third International Conference on Site Characterization (ISC’3) that took place in Taipei from April 1-4, 2008. The subjects covered include new developments in mechanical in-situ testing and interpretation...

    Published April 3rd 2008 by Taylor & Francis
33. Advanced Soil Mechanics

    By Braja M. Das

    This revised and updated edition of Advanced Soil Mechanics presents a step-by-step guide to all aspects of the subject to students, and addresses a wide range of topics in a logical and extensively illustrated approach, including: grain-size distribution; the nature of water in clay; consistency...

    Published January 9th 2008 by CRC Press
34. Advanced Unsaturated Soil Mechanics and Engineering

    By Charles W. W. Ng, Bruce Menzies

    Analytical and comprehensive, this state-of-the-art book, examines the mechanics and engineering of unsaturated soils, as well as explaining the laboratory and field testing and research that are the logical basis of this modern approach to safe construction in these hazardous geomaterials; putting...

    Published October 24th 2007 by CRC Press
35. Internal Erosion of Dams and Their Foundations

    Selected and Reviewed Papers from the Workshop on Internal Erosion and Piping of Dams and their Foundations, Aussois, France, 25–27 April 2005

    Edited by Robin Fell, Jean-Jacques Fry

    Internal erosion and piping in embankments and their foundations is the main cause of failures and accidents to embankment dams. For new dams, the potential for internal erosion and piping can be controlled by good design and construction of the core of the dam and provision of filters to intercept...

    Published May 30th 2007 by Taylor & Francis
36. Introduction to Soil Mechanics Laboratory Testing

    By Dante Fratta, Jennifer Aguettant, Lynne Roussel-Smith

    A step-by-step text on the basic tests performed in soil mechanics, Introduction to Soil Mechanics Laboratory Testing provides procedural aids and elucidates industry standards. It also covers how to properly present data and document results. Containing numerical examples and figures, the...

    Published May 20th 2007 by CRC Press
37. The Mechanics of Soils and Foundations, Second Edition

    By John Atkinson

    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...

    Published May 13th 2007 by CRC Press
38. Handbook of Geotechnical Investigation and Design Tables

    By Burt G. Look

    This practical handbook of properties for soils and rock contains, in a concise tabular format, the key issues relevant to geotechnical investigations, assessments and designs in common practice. In addition, there are brief notes on the application of the tables. These data tables are compiled for...

    Published April 25th 2007 by Taylor & Francis
39. Characterisation and Engineering Properties of Natural Soils, Two Volume Set

    Proceedings of the Second International Workshop on Characterisation and Engineering Properties of Natural Soils, Singapore, 29 November-1 December 2006

    Edited by T.S. Tan, K.K. Phoon, D.W. Hight, S. Leroueil

    Following on from the first two volumes, published in 2002, volumes 3 and 4 of Characterisation and Engineering Properties of Natural Soils review laboratory testing, in-situ testing, and methods of characterising natural soil variability, illustrated by actual site data. Less well-documented soil...

    Published November 15th 2006 by Taylor & Francis
40. Soft Soil Engineering

    Proceedings of the Fourth International Conference on Soft Soil Engineering, Vancouver, Canada, 4-6 October 2006

    Edited by Dave H. Chan, K. Tim Law

    Soft soils present particular challenges to engineers and an understanding of the specific characteristics of these soils is indispensable. Laboratory techniques such as numerical modelling, theoretical analysis and constitutive modelling give new insights into soft soil material behaviour, while...

    Published September 27th 2006 by Taylor & Francis