Forensic geotechnical and foundation engineering
Clearly written and easy to use, this authoritative book shows you how to conduct a professional forensic geotechnical and foundation investigation. Written by a leading forensic engineer and packed with interesting case studies, it shows you step-by-step how to: investigate damage, deterioration, o...
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McGraw-Hill
1998
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| 300 | |a xv, 460 p. |b ill. |c 24 cm | ||
| 500 | |a Includes bibliographical references and index | ||
| 505 | 0 | |a Ch. 1. Introduction -- Ch. 2. The Assignment -- Ch. 3. The Investigation -- Ch. 4. Settlement of Structures -- Ch. 5. Expansive Soil -- Ch. 6. Lateral Movement -- Ch. 7. Other Geotechnical and Foundation Problems -- Ch. 8. Groundwater and Moisture Problems -- Ch. 9. Repairs -- Ch. 10. Concluding Chapter -- App. A. Recommended Practices for Design Professionals Engaged as Experts in the Resolution of Construction Industry Disputes (ASFE) -- App. B. Case Management Order -- App. C. References -- Glossary 1. Engineering Geology and Subsurface Exploration Terminology -- Glossary 2. Laboratory Testing Terminology -- Glossary 3. Terminology for Engineering Analysis and Computations -- Glossary 4. Construction and Grading Terminology. | |
| 520 | |a Clearly written and easy to use, this authoritative book shows you how to conduct a professional forensic geotechnical and foundation investigation. Written by a leading forensic engineer and packed with interesting case studies, it 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; and avoid civil liability. | ||
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