Soils in construction
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This book uses only simple mathematics and emphasizes applications to explore the nature of soils and how they can influence certain construction operations. An introduction to soil materials is followed by a discussion of soils in the construction contract. Specifications from example contracts influenced by soil materials are discussed, as are the applications of soil behavior principles. For contractors, owners, technicians, lawyers, and engineers in the construction field.
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:0471763403
ISBN13:9780471763406
Release Date:January 1975
Publisher:Wiley
Length:242 Pages
Weight:1.30 lbs.
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Table of Contents
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This is only Table of Contents of 5th edition. Not any rate or review. Table of Contents I. SOIL MATERIALS. 1. Physical Character of Soil Constituents. 2. Natural Soil Deposits. 3. Soil Index Properties. 4. Soil Classification. 5. Stress Analysis and Engineering Properties. II. EARTHWORK IN THE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT. 6. The Contract and Contract Documents. 7. Interpretation of Soils Reports. 8. Embankment Construction and Control. 9. Dewatering. 10. Excavations and Excavation Supports. 11. Foundation Construction. 12. Construction Access and Haul Roads. Appendix A: Laboratory Testing Exercises. Appendix B: Pile Hammer Specifications. Problem Solutions. Index.
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