Core Principles of Soil Mechanics

Shukla, Sanjay Kumar

ISBN 10: 0727758470 / ISBN 13: 9780727758477

Published by THOMAS TELFORD LTD, 2014

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Core Principles of Soil Mechanics is a practical guide to the key concepts and latest developments in the field of soil mechanics. It explores the physical properties of soils and the behaviour of soil masses subjected to loads, as well as soil phases, classification and characteristics, stresses and fluid flow, consolidation, compressibility and compaction, shear strength, lateral earth pressure, slope stability and bearing capacity. These core principles can be applied to soil-like materials, such as coal ashes and mine tailings, and are explored using real-life scenarios and worked examples. Produced by the Institution of Civil Engineers, ICE Textbooks offer clear, concise and practical information on the major principles of civil and structural engineering. They are an indispensable companion to undergraduate audiences, providing students with: A comprehensive introduction to core engineering subjects, Real-life case studies and worked example, Practice questions, exercises and supplementary online solutions available at: icetextbooks. com, Key learning aims, revision points and chapter summaries, Further Reading Suggestions Book jacket. *** Nota: Los envíos a España peninsular, Baleares y Canarias se realizan a través de mensajería urgente. No aceptamos pedidos con destino a Ceuta y Melilla.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Core Principles of Soil Mechanics
• Publisher: THOMAS TELFORD LTD
• Publication Date: 2014
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0727758470
• ISBN 13: 9780727758477
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New
• Weight: 476 grams
• Seller catalogs:
  • Ingeniería Civil

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Synopsis

ICE Textbooks provide clear, accurate and relevant information on the major principles of civil and structural engineering at a level suitable for undergraduate students worldwide. Divided into easily understandable modules, ICE Textbooks feature worked examples, practice questions and learning point summaries throughout. This textbook covers the concepts of major topics in soil mechanics through a simple, practical approach for easy learning within in a limited timeframe. Covering the principles and recent developments of topics such as soil classification and characteristics, consolidation and compressibility, shear strength, stresses and fluid flow, the book is extensively illustrated, including worked examples throughout and a summary of key learning points at the end of each chapter as well as self-assessment question and answer sections. 1. Basic Description of Soil 2. Particle Size and Shape, Consistency and Classification of Soil 3. Stresses within Soil 4. Fluid Flow through Soil 5. Consolidation and Compressibility of Soil 6. Shear Strength of Soil 7. Compaction of Soil 8. Lateral Earth Pressure, Slope Stability and Bearing Capacity of Soil