Core Principles of Soil Mechanics Paperback / softback
by S. K. Shukla
Part of the ICE Textbooks series
Paperback / softback
Description
Core Principles of Soil Mechanics is a practical guide to the key concepts and latest developments in the field of soil mechanics.
It explores the physical properties of soils and the behaviour of soil masses subjected to loads, as well as soil phases, classification and characteristics, stresses and fluid flow, consolidation, compressibility and compaction, shear strength, lateral earth pressure, slope stability and bearing capacity.
These core principles can be applied to soil-like materials, such as coal ashes and mine tailings, and are explored using real-life scenarios and worked examples. Produced by the Institution of Civil Engineers, ICE Textbooks offer clear, concise and practical information on the major principles of civil and structural engineering.
They are an indispensable companion to undergraduate audiences, providing students with:A comprehensive introduction to core engineering subjectsReal-life case studies and worked examplesPractice questions, exercises and supplementary online solutions available at: www.icetextbooks.comKey learning aims, revision points and chapter summariesFurther reading suggestions
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- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:288 pages
- Publisher:Emerald Publishing Limited
- Publication Date:22/05/2014
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- ISBN:9780727758477
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Information
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Only a few left - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:288 pages
- Publisher:Emerald Publishing Limited
- Publication Date:22/05/2014
- Category:
- ISBN:9780727758477
