Applied Geotechnics

Groundwater Lowering in Construction

A Practical Guide to Dewatering, Second Edition

By Martin Preene

Series: Applied Geotechnics

Linking theory and application in a way that is clear and understandable, Groundwater Lowering in Construction: A Practical Guide to Dewatering, Second Edition uses the authors’ extensive engineering experience to offer practical guidance on the planning, design, and implementation of groundwater...

Published August 12th 2012 by CRC Press

Practical Engineering Geology

By Steve Hencher

Series: Applied Geotechnics

Steve Hencher presents a broad and fresh view on the importance of engineering geology to civil engineering projects. Practical Engineering Geology provides an introduction to the way that projects are managed, designed and constructed and the ways that the engineering geologist can contribute to...

Published January 12th 2012 by CRC Press

Particulate Discrete Element Modelling

A Geomechanics Perspective

By Catherine O'Sullivan

Series: Applied Geotechnics

Particulate discrete element analysis is becoming increasingly popular for research in geomechanics as well as geology, chemical engineering, powder technology, petroleum engineering and in studying the physics of granular materials. With increased computing power, practising engineers are also...

Published April 5th 2011 by CRC Press

Introduction to Tunnel Construction

By David Chapman, Nicole Metje, Alfred Stärk

Series: Applied Geotechnics

Tunnelling provides a robust solution to a variety of engineering challenges. It is a complex process, which requires a firm understanding of the ground conditions as well as structural issues. This book covers the whole range of areas that you need to know in order to embark upon a career in ...

Published May 16th 2010 by CRC Press

Sprayed Concrete Lined Tunnels

By Alun Thomas

Series: Applied Geotechnics

Practising engineers on site, in the design office or in client organizations will find this book an excellent introduction to the design and construction of sprayed concrete lined (SCL) tunnels. The complex behaviour of the early age behaviour of the sprayed concrete requires careful management....

Published October 7th 2008 by CRC Press

Geotechnical Modelling

By David Muir Wood

Series: Applied Geotechnics

Modelling forms an implicit part of all engineering design but many engineers engage in modelling without consciously considering the nature, validity and consequences of the supporting assumptions. Derived from courses given to postgraduate and final year undergraduate MEng students, this book...

Published July 21st 2004 by CRC Press