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Geotechnical Engineering Investigation Handbook provides the tools necessary for fusing geological characterization and investigation with critical analysis for obtaining engineering design criteria. The second edition updates this pioneering reference for the 21st century, including developments that have occurred in the twenty years since the first edition was published, such as:
· Remotely sensed satellite imagery
· Global positioning systems (GPS)
· Geophysical exploration
· Cone penetrometer testing
· Earthquake studies
· Digitizing of data recording and retrieval
· Field and laboratory testing and instrumentation
· Use of the Internet for data retrieval
The Geotechnical Engineering Investigation Handbook, Second Edition is a comprehensive guide to a complete investigation: study to predict geologic conditions; test-boring procedures; various geophysical methods and when each is appropriate; various methods to determine engineering properties of materials, both laboratory-based and in situ; and formulating design criteria based on the results of the analysis. The author relies on his 50+ years of professional experience, emphasizing identification and description of the elements of the geologic environment, the data required for analysis and design of the engineering works, and procuring the data.
By using a practical approach to problem solving, this book helps engineers consider geological phenomena in terms of the degree of their hazard and the potential risk of their occurrence.
Foreword
Preface Introduction Basic Considerations
Scope
Geotechnical Investigation: Objectives, Stages, Scope, and Planning
Investigation Methods and Procedures Exploration Introduction
Surface Mapping
Subsurface Exploration
Recovery of Samples and Cores
References
Further Reading
Measurement of Properties Introduction
Basic and Index Properties
Hydraulic Properties (Permeability)
Rupture Strength
Deformation Without Rupture
Typical Values of Basic, Index, and Engineering Properties
References
Further Reading
Field Instrumentation Introduction
Surface Movements
Subsurface Deformations
In Situ Pressures and Stresses
Instrumentation Arrays for Typical Problems
References
Further Reading
Catalogs
Characteristics of Geologic Materials and Formations Rock and Soil: Identification and Classification Introduction
Rock
Soils
References
Further Reading
Rock-Mass Characteristics Introduction
Original Rock-Mass Forms
Deformation by Folding
Jointing
Faults
Residual Stresses
Alteration of Rock
References
Further Reading
Soil Formations: Geologic Classes and Characteristics Introduction
Residual Soils
Colluvial Deposits
Alluvial Deposits
Eolian Deposits
Glacial Deposits
Secondary Deposits
Pedological Soils and Plant Indicators
References
Further Reading
Water: Surface and Subsurface Introduction
Surface Water
Subsurface Water (Groundwater)
Groundwater and Seepage Control
Environmental Conservation
References
Further Reading
The Geologic Hazards Landslides and Other Slope Failures Introduction
Slope Failure Form Characteristics
Assessment of Slopes
Treatment of Slopes
Investigation: A Review
References
Further Reading
Ground Subsidence, Collapse, and Heave Introduction
Groundwater and Oil Extraction
Subsurface Mining
Solution of Rock
Soil Subsidence and Collapse
Heave in Soil and Rock
References
Further Reading
Earthquakes Introduction
Earthquake Elements
Surface Effects on the Geologic Environment
Earthquake-Resistant Design: An Overview
Investigation: Important Structures in High-Hazard Areas
References
Bibliography
Appendices Appendix A: The Earth and Geologic History Significance to the Engineer
The Earth
Global Tectonics
Geologic History
References
Further Reading
Appendix B: USGS Quads and Aerial Photographs in Book Appendix C: Conversion Tables Appendix D: Symbols Appendix E: Engineering Properties of Geologic Materials: Data and Correlations Index Color Plates Section
