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Frontiers in geotechnical engineering

Title By: Latha G., Madhavi [Edited by]
Material type: BookPublisher: Singapore : Springer, c2019.Description: xiii, 453 p. : col. ill. ; 25 cm.ISBN: 9789811358708Subject(s): Geotechnical engineering -- Congresses | Geotechnical engineering | Geoengineering, Foundations, Hydraulics | Building Construction and DesignDDC classification: 624.15 FR ON Online resources: Location Map
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This volume contains contributions by eminent researchers in the field of geotechnical engineering. The chapters of this book are based on the keynote and theme lectures delivered at the Indian Geotechnical Conference 2018 and discuss the recent issues and challenges while providing perspective on the possible solutions and future directions. A strong emphasis is placed on proving connections between academic research and field practice, with many examples and case studies. Topics covered in this volume include contemporary infrastructural challenges, underground space utilization, sustainable construction, dealing with problematic soils and situations and geo-environmental issues including landfills. This book will be of interest to researchers, practitioners and students alike.
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REGULAR University of Wollongong in Dubai
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624.15 FR ON (Browse shelf) Available June2019 T0062563
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Soft Ground Improvement- Experimental, Numerical and Field Studies
Recommended practice for soft clays characterization with a focus on settlement and stability calculations
Estimation of Dredged Fill Volume Based on Self-Weight Consolidation Characteristics of Dredged Soil
A New Geomechanical Classification System for Weathered Volcanic Rocks
Innovative geotechnical solutions worldwide
Centrifuge model studies on the performance of geosynthetic reinforced soil structures
Testing mode and soil behavior
Seismic behavior of tunnel and foundation systems in soft soils
Foundations for Tall Buildings - Geotechnical Aspects
Issues of Site Characterization in Seismic Analysis of Ground
A Holistic Approach for the Stabilisation of Large Steep Slopes in a Jointed Rock Mass - A Case Study of Chenab Bridge
Sustainable geotechnics- A biogeotechnological perspective
Geotechnical Education from Field
Liquefaction and Dynamic Properties of Scrap-Tyre Soil Mixtures
Dynamic characterization of soils using various methods for seismic site response studies
Reflection Crack Assessment using Digital Image Analysis.'
Recent Developments in Earth Pressure Reduction Techniques
Dynamic Characterization of Rock and Its Application in Blast Analysis of Tunnels
Insights into Contaminant Transport Modeling through Compacted Bentonites
Probabilistic Study on the Geotechnical Behavior of Fiber-reinforced Soil
How vigilant professionals should be during investigation, design &​ construction? - a case study concerning solar projects.

This volume contains contributions by eminent researchers in the field of geotechnical engineering. The chapters of this book are based on the keynote and theme lectures delivered at the Indian Geotechnical Conference 2018 and discuss the recent issues and challenges while providing perspective on the possible solutions and future directions. A strong emphasis is placed on proving connections between academic research and field practice, with many examples and case studies. Topics covered in this volume include contemporary infrastructural challenges, underground space utilization, sustainable construction, dealing with problematic soils and situations and geo-environmental issues including landfills. This book will be of interest to researchers, practitioners and students alike.

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