The Foundation Engineering Handbook, First Edition Manjriker Gunaratne

Book Description

Preference :
Great strides have been made in the art of foundation design during the last two decades. In situ testing, site improvement techniques, the use of geogrids in the design of retaining walls, modified ACI codes, and ground deformation modeling using finite elements are but a few of the developments that have significantly advanced foundation engineering in recent years.

What has been lacking, however, is a comprehensive reference for foundation engineers that incorporates these state-of-the-art concepts and techniques. The Foundation Engineering Handbook fills that void. It presents both classical and state-of-the-art design and analysis techniques for earthen structures, and covers basic soil mechanics and soil and groundwater modeling concepts along with the latest research results. It addresses isolated and shallow footings, retaining structures, and modern methods of pile construction monitoring, as well as stability analysis and ground improvement methods.  

Content :

• Review of Soil Mechanics Concepts and Analytical Techniques Used in Foundation Engineering
• In Situ Soil Testing
• Spread Footings: Analysis and Design
• Geotechnical Design of Combined Spread Footings
• Structural Design of Foundations
• Design of Driven Piles and Pile Groups
• Design of Drilled Shafts
• Design of Laterally Loaded Piles
• Construction Monitoring and Testing Methods of Driven Piles
• Retaining Walls: Analysis and Design
• Stability Analysis and Design of Slopes
• Methods of Soft Ground Improvement
• Impact of Groundwater on the Design of Earthen Structures