Synopsis
Written by an experienced professor and practitioner, this introductory text provides an unusual range of coverage from basic concepts through to developments that provide the user with a real-life working knowledge of geotechnics. Coverage includes design charts, tables and equations. There is new information on hydrogeology, earthquakes, soil and groundwater contamination, soil gases and methods for field sampling, and expanded coverage of geoenvironmental topics.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Review
"Well presented, highly readable with understandable discussions and examples." -- Charles A. Matrosic, PE, Ferris State University
From the Back Cover
This text offers a comprehensive presentation of topics in the field of soil mechanics and foundations. It offers a perfect balance of theory and applications for engineers and non-engineers, while also providing readers involved in architecture and construction-related programs with present-day, state-of-the-art information as accepted by, and conveniently used by, the construction industry.
- Features of this new edition include:
- New material on residual soil formations and soil classification.
- Updated information relating effects of seismic activity on soil conditions, including recent Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP) provisions for structures (requirements being incorporated into the revisions of regional building codes).
- Enhanced coverage of the concepts and procedures for site improvements.
- New material on basic geology and the formation of soil deposits, which affects the mechanics of soil behavior.
- Discussion of data and design criteria for many practical applications involving soils, including site planning and site improvement as well as material for foundation design and construction.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for Essentials of Soil Mechanics and Foundations: Basic...
Stock Image
Essentials of Soil Mechanics and Foundations: Basic Geotechnics
Seller: BookHolders, Towson, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. [ No Hassle 30 Day Returns ][ Ships Daily ] [ Underlining/Highlighting: NONE ] [ Writing: NONE ] [ Edition: Fourth ] Publisher: Regents/Prentice Hall Pub Date: 1/1/1992 Binding: Hardcover Pages: 656 Fourth edition. Seller Inventory # 6974030
Stock Image
Essentials of Soil Mechanics and Foundations : Basic Geotechnics
Seller: Better World Books: West, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 15205456-75
Stock Image
Essentials of Soil Mechanics and Foundations: Basic Geotechnics
Published by
Regents/Prentice Hall (edition 4th), 1992
ISBN 10: 0132878143
ISBN 13: 9780132878142
Used
Hardcover
Seller: BooksRun, Philadelphia, PA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 4th. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Seller Inventory # 0132878143-11-1
Stock Image
Essentials of Soil Mechanics and Foundations: Basic Geotechnics
Published by
Regents/Prentice Hall (edition 4th), 1992
ISBN 10: 0132878143
ISBN 13: 9780132878142
Used
Hardcover
Seller: BooksRun, Philadelphia, PA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Fair. 4th. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way. Seller Inventory # 0132878143-7-1-13
Stock Image
Essentials of Soil Mechanics and Foundations: Basic Geotechnics
Seller: HPB-Red, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
hardcover. Condition: Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used textbooks may not include companion materials such as access codes, etc. May have some wear or writing/highlighting. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_467086824
Stock Image
Essentials of Soil Mechanics and Foundations: Basic Geotechnics
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0132878143I3N00
Stock Image
Essentials of Soil Mechanics and Foundations: Basic Geotechnics
Seller: The Maryland Book Bank, Baltimore, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 4th. Used - Very Good. Seller Inventory # 11-A-5-0181
Stock Image
Essentials of Soil Mechanics and Foundations: Basic Geotechnics, 4th edition
Seller: BookDepart, Shepherdstown, WV, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: VeryGood. Hardcover; 4th edition; light fading, light scuffing to exterior due to warehouse storage; corners bumped; in very good condition with clean text, firm binding. Never used. Seller Inventory # 81005
Stock Image
Essentials of Soil Mechanics and Foundations: Basic Geotechnics
Seller: Phatpocket Limited, Waltham Abbey, HERTS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Acceptable. Used - Acceptable. Your purchase helps support Sri Lankan Children's Charity 'The Rainbow Centre'. Ex-library with wear and barcode page may have been removed. Our donations to The Rainbow Centre have helped provide an education and a safe haven to hundreds of children who live in appalling conditions. Seller Inventory # Z1-ZZ-008-00120
Buy Used
£ 55.18
£ 10.64 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available