Excerpt from Retaining Walls: Their Design and Construction
The presentation Of another book on retaining walls is made with the plea that it is essentially a text on the design and con struction Of retaining walls. The usual text on this subject places much emphasis upon the determination of the lateral thrust Of the retained earth; the design and construction Of the wall itself is subordinated to this analysis. Without gainsaying the importance Of the proper analysis Of the action Of earth masses, it is felt that such is properly Of secondary importance in comparison with the design Of the wall itself and the study Of the practical problems involved in its construction.
It is the purpose Of the first chapter to present the existing theories Of lateral earth pressure and then to attempt to codify such theories evolving a simple, yet well-founded expression for the thrust.
An attempt is made to continue this codification throughout the theories Of retaining wall design so that a direct and continu ous analysis may be made Of a wall from the preliminary selection Of the type to the finished section. Such mathematical work as is presented is given with this essential Object in view.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides an exploration of the theories behind the design and construction of retaining walls, a subject which has been central to the art of building since its earliest days. The author provides a critical examination of the existing body of knowledge relating to lateral earth pressures, which define the forces acting on retaining walls, and presents a consolidated expression that can be used as the basis for the design of a wide variety of retaining wall types. The author offers a concise overview of the different types of retaining walls, and provides guidance on the selection of the most suitable wall for any given application. For reinforced concrete walls, tables and practical guidelines are provided to aid the design process. The book concludes with a look at the architectural, drainage, and waterproofing aspects of retaining wall design, and highlights the importance of proper implementation of these details for a successful project. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330227589_0
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