Foundations on Expansive Soils (Developments in Geotechnical Engineering, Volume 12)

Fu Hua Chen

ISBN 10: 0444413936 / ISBN 13: 9780444413932

Published by Elsevier Scientific Publishing Company, Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 1979

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This book provides the practicing engineer with a summary of the state-of-the art knowledge of expansive soils and practical solutions based upon the author's experience. Part I discusses theory and practice, and summarizes some of the theoretical physical properties of expansive soils. It also discusses various techniques employed to found structures on expansive soils such as drilled pier foundation, mat foundation, moisture control, soil replacement, and chemical stabilization. Part II presents five typical case studies. The author has found there are few records available regarding the cause of structural distress, their remedial measures, and, more importantly, the success of those efforts. Appendix A gives a suggested method of testing expansion and uplift pressure of clay soils, as a discussion paper not reflecting any regulatory or professional requirement. Appendix B gives the authors response to common precautions and solutions often proposed for structures built on expansive soils. Illustrated with architectural drawings and B&W photographs. xviii + 282pp. The author, Fu Hua Chen (1913-1999), was president of Chen and Associates, Inc., Consulting Soil Engineers, Denver, CO U.S.A. Honored early in his career as the man behind the incredible completion of China?s Burma Road during World War II, Chen became known worldwide as the foremost authority on expansive soils. This book, Foundations on Expansive Soils (1975), is his most famous title. Hardcover has grey rear cover and brown with green designs on spine and front cover, white and red English lettering on spine and front, brown Chinese lettering on front, but no jacket. Square corners, minor shelfwear. Interior printed on high gloss paper. Interior is tight, clean and unmarked. It has been carefully stored and used. Copyright 1975. Listed as volume 12 in Elsevier's Developments in Geotechnical Engineering Series. Stated from second impression, 1979. Printed in The Netherlands. ISBN: 0-444-41393-6. No LCCN nor MSR.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Foundations on Expansive Soils (Developments in Geotechnical Engineering, Volume 12)
• Publisher: Elsevier Scientific Publishing Company, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
• Publication Date: 1979
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0444413936
• ISBN 13: 9780444413932
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: B&W photographs and archetecural drawings
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket

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Synopsis

Since the first edition of Foundations on Expansive Soils appeared in 1975, considerable advancements have been made in this field. While most of the research has been concentrated in the area of heave prediction, identification of swelling soil and soil suction, studies on unsaturated soil, finite element analysis and stress modeling have also commanded a great deal of attention. More and more nations are becoming aware of the damage caused by expansive soils and it could be said that more than half the world is affected by swelling soils. As a consulting geotechnical engineer, the author has seen little advancement in the practical application of theoretical approaches towards solving engineering problems. Both geotechnical engineers and structural engineers adhere to the initial concept that by isolating water, the problem can be resolved. Unfortunately, more and more structural failure has been reported.This book provides the practicing engineer with a summary of the state-of-the art knowledge of expansive soils and practical solutions based upon the author's experience. Part I discusses theory and practice, and summarizes some of the theoretical physical properties of expansive soils. It also discusses various techniques employed to found structures on expansive soils such as drilled pier foundation, mat foundation, moisture control, soil replacement, and chemical stabilization. Part II presents six detailed case studies. A considerable amount of new material has been incorporated into each chapter of this revised edition, particularly on highway pavement and soil suction.