Ordinary Foundations: Including the Coffer-Dam Process for Piers; With Numerous Practical Examples From Actual Work (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Charles Evan Fowler

 
9780267691432: Ordinary Foundations: Including the Coffer-Dam Process for Piers; With Numerous Practical Examples From Actual Work (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Practical guidance on how to build river foundations using cofferdams, from history to hands-on methods.

This book surveys ordinary foundation work and the coffer-dam process, offering real-world examples and practical techniques for engineers. It covers historical developments, design considerations, and construction practices that help save time and money on bridge and pier foundations.

  • Learn about different cofferdam types and when to use them
  • Understand how to assess sites, sand up to bedrock, and plan efficient layouts
  • See how practical problems were solved in actual projects with diagrams and notes
  • Explore economic considerations and the move from timber to steel and concrete
Ideal for readers involved in bridge construction, foundation design, and field engineering who want a clear, experience-based reference.

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