Drilled shafts in rock are widely used as foundations of heavy structures such as highway bridges and tall buildings. Although much has been learned about the analysis and design of drilled shafts in rock, all the major findings are published in the form of reports and articles in technical journals and conference proceedings. This book is the first to present and summarize the latest information in one volume, highlighting for the reader the principle differences between foundations in soil, and foundations in rock masses containing discontinuities.
This book presents methods for characterizing discontinuities in jointed rock masses, and considering their effects on the behaviour of drilled shafts. A valuable tool for practitioners in geological engineering, rock mechanics and foundation engineering.
Preface
Chapter 1 : Introduction
Chapter 2 : Intact Rock and Rock Mass
Chapter 3 : Characterization of Discontinuities in Rock
Chapter 4 : Deformability and Strength of Rock
Chapter 5 : Site Investigation and Rock Resting
Chapter 6 : Axial Load Capacity of Drilled Shafts in Rock
Chapter 7 : Axial Deformation of Drilled Shafts in Rock
Chapter 8 : Lateral Load Capacity of Drilled Shafts in Rock
Chapter 9 : Lateral Deformation of Drilled Shafts in Rock
Chapter 10 : Stability of Drilled Shaft Foundations in Rock
Chapter 11 : Drilled Shafts in Karstic Formations
Chapter 12 : Loading Test of Drilled Shafts in Rock
References
Index
