Earth Pressure And Earth Retaining Structures

Author : Chris R.I. Clayton,Rick I. Woods,Jarbas Milititsky
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 414 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 1993-01-07
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9780751400670

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Earth Pressure and Earth-Retaining Structures, Second Edition by Chris R.I. Clayton,Rick I. Woods,Jarbas Milititsky Pdf

Retaining structures form an important component of many civil engineering and geotechnical engineering projects. Careful design and construction of these structures is essential for safety and longevity. This new edition provides significantly more support for non-specialists, background to uncertainty of parameters and partial factor issues that underpin recent codes (e.g. Eurocode 7), and comprehensive coverage of the principles of the geotechnical design of gravity walls, embedded walls and composite structures. It is written for practising geotechnical, civil and structural engineers; and forms a reference for engineering geologists, geotechnical researchers and undergraduate civil engineering students.

Author : Chris R.I. Clayton,Rick I. Woods,Jarbas Milititsky
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 598 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2014-05-28
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781482206616

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Earth Pressure and Earth-Retaining Structures by Chris R.I. Clayton,Rick I. Woods,Jarbas Milititsky Pdf

Effectively Calculate the Pressures of SoilWhen it comes to designing and constructing retaining structures that are safe and durable, understanding the interaction between soil and structure is at the foundation of it all. Laying down the groundwork for the non-specialists looking to gain an understanding of the background and issues surrounding g

Author : C. R. I. Clayton,J. Milititsky,Rick I. Woods,Andrew J. Bond
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 588 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Earth pressure
ISBN : 1523107286

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Earth Pressure and Earth-retaining Structures by C. R. I. Clayton,J. Milititsky,Rick I. Woods,Andrew J. Bond Pdf

"Retaining structures form an important component of many civil engineering and geotechnical engineering projects. Careful design and construction of these structures is essential for safety and longevity. This new edition provides significantly more support for non-specialists, background to uncertainty of parameters and partial factor issues that underpin recent codes (e.g. Eurocode 7), and comprehensive coverage of the principles of the geotechnical design of gravity walls, embedded walls and composite structures. It is written for practising geotechnical, civil and structural engineers; and forms a reference for engineering geologists, geotechnical researchers and undergraduate civil engineering students"--

Author : C. R. I. Clayton
Publisher : Thomas Telford
Page : 854 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0727719327

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Retaining Structures by C. R. I. Clayton Pdf

For practising civil and structural engineers in the field of general earth-retaining structure theory, this work presents the results of many case studies of actual retaining wall analysis, design, and construction. It also includes fundamental papers dealing with the effects of groundwater on passive earth pressure, and other related topics.

Author : Walid Aboumoussa,Magued Iskander
Publisher : Springer
Page : 318 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2014-06-23
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783642546433

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Rigidly Framed Earth Retaining Structures by Walid Aboumoussa,Magued Iskander Pdf

Structures placed on hillsides often present a number of challenges and a limited number of economical choices for site design. An option sometimes employed is to use the building frame as a retaining element, comprising a Rigidly Framed Earth Retaining Structure (RFERS). The relationship between temperature and earth pressure acting on RFERS, is explored in this monograph through a 4.5 year monitoring program of a heavily instrumented in service structure. The data indicated that the coefficient of earth pressure behind the monitored RFERS had a strong linear correlation with temperature. The study also revealed that thermal cycles, rather than lateral earth pressure, were the cause of failure in many structural elements. The book demonstrates that depending on the relative stiffness of the retained soil mass and that of the structural frame, the developed lateral earth pressure, during thermal expansion, can reach magnitudes several times larger than those determined using classical earth pressure theories. Additionally, a nearly perpetual lateral displacement away from the retained soil mass may occur at the free end of the RFERS leading to unacceptable serviceability problems. These results suggest that reinforced concrete structures designed for the flexural stresses imposed by the backfill soil will be inadequately reinforced to resist stresses produced during the expansion cycles. Parametric studies of single and multi-story RFERS with varying geometries and properties are also presented to investigate the effects of structural stiffness on the displacement of RFERS and the lateral earth pressure developed in the soil mass. These studies can aid the reader in selecting appropriate values of lateral earth pressure for the design of RFERS. Finally, simplified closed form equations that can be used to predict the lateral drift of RFERS are presented. KEY WORDS: Earth Pressure; Soil-Structure Interaction; Mechanics; Failure; Distress; Temperature; Thermal Effects; Concrete; Coefficient of Thermal Expansion; Segmental Bridges; Jointless Bridges; Integral Bridges; Geotechnical Instrumentation; Finite Element Modeling; FEM; Numerical Modeling.

Author : Chris R. I. Clayton
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2017-07-26
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1138427292

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Earth Pressure and Earth-Retaining Structures, Third Edition by Chris R. I. Clayton Pdf

Effectively Calculate the Pressures of SoilWhen it comes to designing and constructing retaining structures that are safe and durable, understanding the interaction between soil and structure is at the foundation of it all. Laying down the groundwork for the non-specialists looking to gain an understanding of the background and issues surrounding geotechnical engineering, Earth Pressure and Earth-Retaining Structures, Third Edition introduces the mechanisms of earth pressure, and explains the design requirements for retaining structures. This text makes clear the uncertainty of parameter and partial factor issues that underpin recent codes. It then goes on to explain the principles of the geotechnical design of gravity walls, embedded walls, and composite structures. What�s New in the Third Edition:The first half of the book brings together and describes possible interactions between the ground and a retaining wall. It also includes materials that factor in available software packages dealing with seepage and slope instability, therefore providing a greater understanding of design issues and allowing readers to readily check computer output. The second part of the book begins by describing the background of Eurocode 7, and ends with detailed information about gravity walls, embedded walls, and composite walls. It also includes recent material on propped and braced excavations as well as work on soil nailing, anchored walls, and cofferdams. Previous chapters on the development of earth pressure theory and on graphical techniques have been moved to an appendix.Earth Pressure and Earth-Retaining Structures, Third Edition is written for practicing geotechnical, civil, and structural engineers and forms a reference for engineering geologists, geotechnical researchers, and undergraduate civil engineering students.

Author : C. R. I. Clayton,J. Milititsky
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Earth pressure
ISBN : 0903384515

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Earth Pressure and Earth-retaining Structures by C. R. I. Clayton,J. Milititsky Pdf

Author : Whitney Clark Huntington
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 564 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 1957
Category : Retaining walls
ISBN : UCAL:B4532047

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Earth Pressures and Retaining Walls by Whitney Clark Huntington Pdf

Author : M. Budhu
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 508 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2008-01-14
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : UCSD:31822034601831

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Foundations and Earth Retaining Structures by M. Budhu Pdf

Budhu presents the basic concepts and fundamental principles that engineers must know to understand the methods utilized in foundation design by exploring the values and limitations of popular methods of analyses in foundation engineering.

Author : Hugh Brooks
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2018-05-11
Category : Retaining walls
ISBN : 0976836475

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Basics of Retaining Wall Design 11th Edition by Hugh Brooks Pdf

UPDATED AND EXPANDED NEW 11TH EDITION. Design guide for earth retaining structures covers nearly every type of earth retaining structure: cantilevered, counterfort, restrained (basement walls), gravity, segmental, sheet pile, soldier pile, and others. Current building code requirements are referenced throughout. Topics include types of retaining structures, basic soil mechanics, design of concrete and masonry walls, lateral earth pressures, seismic design, surcharges, pile and pier foundations, Gabion walls and swimming pool walls. Fourteen varied design examples. Comprehensive Appendix with Glossary of terminology. 257 pages. 8-1/2x11 paperback.

Author : Jie Han
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : UOM:39015064772968

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Advances in Earth Structures by Jie Han Pdf

GSP 151 contains 42 papers on research and practical applications in earth structures that were presented at the GeoShanghai Conference, held in Shanghai, China, June 6-8, 2006.

Author : William Cain
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1916
Category : Bins
ISBN : UOM:39015002090358

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Earth Pressure by William Cain Pdf

Author : Hsai-Yang Fang
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 935 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2013-06-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781475752717

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Foundation Engineering Handbook by Hsai-Yang Fang Pdf

More than ten years have passed since the first edition was published. During that period there have been a substantial number of changes in geotechnical engineering, especially in the applications of foundation engineering. As the world population increases, more land is needed and many soil deposits previously deemed unsuitable for residential housing or other construction projects are now being used. Such areas include problematic soil regions, mining subsidence areas, and sanitary landfills. To overcome the problems associated with these natural or man-made soil deposits, new and improved methods of analysis, design, and implementation are needed in foundation construction. As society develops and living standards rise, tall buildings, transportation facilities, and industrial complexes are increasingly being built. Because of the heavy design loads and the complicated environments, the traditional design concepts, construction materials, methods, and equipment also need improvement. Further, recent energy and material shortages have caused additional burdens on the engineering profession and brought about the need to seek alternative or cost-saving methods for foundation design and construction.

Author : Malverd Abijah Howe
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1891
Category : Retaining walls
ISBN : UCAL:B272273

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Retaining-walls for Earth by Malverd Abijah Howe Pdf

Author : Achim Hettler,Karl-Eugen Kurrer
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 410 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2020-01-13
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783433032237

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Earth Pressure by Achim Hettler,Karl-Eugen Kurrer Pdf

The subject of earth pressure is one of the oldest and most extensive chapters in soil mechanics and foundation engineering and is one of the pillars of structural engineering. First the development of earth pressure theory is comprehensively described. The descriptions range from the first approaches to the determination of earth pressure through continuum mechanical earth pressure models to the integration of earth pressure research into the disciplinary structure of geotechnics. The main part of the book comprises a selection of current calculation basics. The aim is to provide a collection of working instructions for foundation and structural engineers in construction companies, consultants and in building supervision as well as students. In order to further theoretical understanding, the essential basics of the determination of earth pressure are first presented. Then the most important processes for active and passive earth pressure and at-rest earth pressure for practical application are dealt with, with spatial effects also being taken into account. The book sets out to provide brief information about rarely encountered questions with references to further literature. In recent years, the dependency of earth pressure on displacement has been paid ever more attention. This applies not just to the passive but also to the active case. Questions are repeatedly passed to the DIN committee "calculation processes". A selection of these is dealt with in the commentary to DIN 4085, which came out in September 2018. The history of earth pressure theory is supplemented by 40 selected short biographies of scientists and practical engineers, who have taken up the subject and further developed it over the years. The book also has two appendices with terms, formula symbols and indices as well as earth pressure tables.