Forensic Geotechnical and Foundation Engineering

Day, Robert

ISBN 10: 0070164444 / ISBN 13: 9780070164444

Published by Brand: McGraw-Hill Professional, 1998

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Forensic Geotechnical and Foundation Engineering
• Publisher: Brand: McGraw-Hill Professional
• Publication Date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0070164444
• ISBN 13: 9780070164444
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: new

About this title

Synopsis

Learn how to conduct a professional forensic geotechnical and foundation investigation

Clearly written and easy to use, this authoritative book shows you step-by-step how to:

INVESTIGATE damage, deterioration, or collapse in a structure

EVALUATE problems caused by settlement, expansive soil, slope movement, moisture intrusion, and more

INVESTIGATE damage from earthquakes and other natural causes

DETERMINE what caused the damage

DEVELOP repair recommendations

PREPARE files and reports

AVOID civil liability

No matter what caused the structural damage, this book will help you pinpoint it and, if necessary, suggest a remedy. With advice on all aspects of the process, from accepting the assignment to testifying compellingly, this book is your all-in-one guide togeotechnical and foundation investigations in forensic engineering.

About the Author

Robert W. Day (San Diego, CA) has published over 200 papers, as is currently active on various committees with ASCE, ASTM, Tranportation Research Board, and received a design award from AIA. After completing his Bachelors and Masters degrees in Civil Engineering at Villanova specializing in Structural Engineering, he completed his masters in Civil Engineering and Engineer Degree at MIT.