Foundations of Structures (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Dunham, Clarence W.

 
9781527804364: Foundations of Structures (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Foundations and Soil Design: Practical methods for assessing sites and selecting safe, economical foundations helps engineers plan foundations with real-world, economical results.

The book presents practical principles for using soils and rocks as structural materials, guiding readers from site assessment to choosing the best foundation type. You’ll find a clear, step-by-step approach that emphasizes what can be done at the early planning stage to save time and money. It balances theory with hands-on methods, showing how to size up a situation and compare alternatives before detailed design begins.

  • How soils and site conditions affect foundation choices and overall safety
  • Methods for exploring a site and estimating soil properties in practical terms
  • Guidance on selecting bearing pressures, footing types, and reinforcement strategies
  • Examples and problems that illustrate planning, economics, and reliability
Ideal for students and engineers new to foundations as well as practitioners seeking a concise, usable reference in the field.

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9780265849026: Foundations of Structures (Classic Reprint)

Edition présentée

ISBN 10 :  0265849020 ISBN 13 :  9780265849026
Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018
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