Ground Improvement - Case Histories - Rilegato

Indraratna, Buddhima; Chu, Jian

Rilegato

ISBN 10: 0080446337 ISBN 13: 9780080446332

Casa editrice: Elsevier Science Ltd, 2005

Riassunto

The first book of its kind, providing over thirty real-life case studies of ground improvement projects selected by the worlds top experts in ground improvement from around the globe.

Volume 3 of the highly regarded Elsevier Geo-engineering book series coordinated by the Series Editor: Professor John A Hudson FREng.

An extremely reader friendly chapter format.

Discusses wider economical and environmental issues facing scientists in the ground improvement.

Ground improvement has been both a science and art, with significant developments observed through ancient history. From the use of straw as blended infill with soils for additional strength during the ancient Roman civilizations, and the use of elephants for compaction of earth dams during the early Asian civilizations, the concepts of reinforced earth with geosynthetics, use of electrokinetics and thermal modifications of soils have come a long way. The use of large and stiff stone columns and subsequent sand drains in the past has now been replaced by quicker to install and more effective prefabricated vertical drains, which have also eliminated the need for more expensive soil improvement methods.

The early selection and application of the most appropriate ground improvement techniques can improve considerably not only the design and performance of foundations and earth structures, including embankments, cut slopes, roads, railways and tailings dams, but also result in their cost-effectiveness. Ground improvement works have become increasingly challenging when more and more problematic soils and marginal land have to be utilized for infrastructure development.

This edited compilation contains a collection of Chapters from invited experts in various areas of ground improvement, who have illustrated the basic concepts and the applications of different ground improvement techniques using real projects that they have been involved in. The case histories from many countries ranging from Asia, America, Australia and Europe are addressed.

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L'autore:

Cholachat Rujikiatkamjorn, Associate Professor, Centre for Geomechanics University of Wollongong

Dr Cholachat Rujikiatkamjorn is an Associate Professor with broad knowledge in soft clay engineering through his work in China, Thailand and Australia. His contributions to the field have also been recognized by several internal UOW, national and international awards, including the 2013 ISSMGE Young Member Award for academic achievements and outstanding contributions to the field of geotechnical engineering. He has published over 120 articles in international journals and conferences.

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Elsevier Science Ltd
• Data di pubblicazione: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0080446337
• ISBN 13: 9780080446332
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero edizione: 1
• Numero di pagine: 1115
• Redattore: Hudson John A.