Foundation Engineering: Geotechnical Principles and Practical Applications

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Master the art and science of foundation engineering

This civil engineering textbook shows how geotechnical theory connects with the design and construction of today’s foundations. Foundation Engineering: Geotechnical Principles and Practical Applications shows how to perform critical calculations, apply the newest ground modification technologies, engineer and build effective foundations, and monitor performance and safety. Written by a recognized expert in the field, the book covers both shallow and deep foundations. Real-world case studies and practice problems help reinforce key information.

Coverage includes:

• Soil classification, clay, and minerals

• Moisture content and unit weight

• Shear strength

• Consolidation

• Terzagi’s eureka moment

• Shallow foundations, stress distribution, and settlement

• Flow nets, seepage, and dewatering

• Slope stability

• Deep foundations

• Ground modification

• Retaining walls and wall friction

• Empirical tests

• Field monitoring

• Ethics and legal issues