Geotechnical Risk and Safety: Proceedings of the 2nd International Symposium on Geotechnical Safety & Risk, Gifu, Japan, 11-12 June, 2009

Edited by Y. Honjo, M. Suzuki, T. Hara & F. Zhang

ISBN 10: 0415498740 / ISBN 13: 9780415498746

Published by Boca Raton, London, New York & Leiden: CRC Press, 2009

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Title: Geotechnical Risk and Safety: Proceedings of...

Publisher: Boca Raton, London, New York & Leiden: CRC Press

Publication Date: 2009

Binding: Hardback (No Dust Wrapper.)

Condition: Near Fine

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Synopsis:

Communication of risks within a transparent and accountable framework is essential in view of increasing mobility and the complexity of the modern society and the field of geotechnical engineering does not form an exception. As a result, modern risk assessment and management are required in all aspects of geotechnical issues, such as planning, design, construction of geotechnical structures, mitigation of geo-hazards, management of large construction projects, maintenance of structures and life-cycle cost evaluation. This volume discusses: 1. Evaluation and control of uncertainties through investigation, design and construction of geotechnical structures; 2. Performance-based specifications, reliability based design and limit state design of geotechnical structures, and design code developments; 3. Risk assessment and management of geo-hazards, such as landslides, earthquakes, debris flow, etc.; 4. Risk management issues concerning large geotechnical construction projects; 5. Repair and maintenance strategies of geotechnical structures. Intended for researchers and practitioners in geotechnical, geological, infrastructure and construction engineering.

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Gifu University, Gifu, Japan Shimizu Corpration, Institute of Technology, Tokyo, Japan Nagoya Institute of Technology, Nagoya, Japan