Structural Foundation Designers' Manual
Blackwell Science Ltd (Publisher)
Published on 13. January 1994
Book
Hardback
402 pages
978-0-632-02025-6 (ISBN)
Description
Many structural failures are caused by foundation problems. This handbook covers foundation design and construction techniques for both straightforward and difficult sites, such as reclaimed land. It includes guidance on choice of foundation type, analysis of site investigations and specifications. This illustrated guide features design charts and step-by-step worked examples.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Publishing group
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
397 line drawings, charts, index
Dimensions
Height: 297 mm
Width: 210 mm
ISBN-13
978-0-632-02025-6 (9780632020256)
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Schweitzer Classification
Content
Principles of design; soil mechanics and geology; ground investigation; site topography; contaminated sites; mining; fills; ground improvement; foundation types; foundation selection; pads and strips; tied - continuous, balanced; rafts; pites; retaining walls and basements.