Core Principles of Soil Mechanics - Couverture souple

Shukla, S. K.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0727758470 ISBN 13 : 9780727758477

Editeur : ICE Publishing, 2014

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.

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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. Contents: 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

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: ICE Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2014
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0727758470
• ISBN 13: 9780727758477
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 210
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible