Determination of the physical, chemical and mechanical properties of ground materials is the key to successfully deliver such projects as slope stabilization, excavation and lateral support, foundation etc. A book containing both theory of geomaterial testing and up-to-date testing methods is much in demand for obtaining reliable and accurate test results. This book is intended primarily to serve this need and aims at the clear explanation, in adequate depth, of the fundamental principles, requirements and procedures of soil and rock tests.%u3000
It is intended that the book will serve as a useful source of reference for professionals in the field of geotechnical and geological engineering. It can work as a one-stop knowledge warehouse to build a basic cognition of material tests on which the readers are working. It helps college students bridge the gap between class education and engineering practice, and helps academic researchers guarantee reliable and accurate test results. It is also useful for training new technicians and providing a refresher for veterans. Engineers contemplating the ICE, IOM3 and other certification exams will find this book an essential test preparation aid. It is assumed that the reader has no prior knowledge of the subject but has a good understanding of basic mechanics.
Preface
Part I : Theory of Geotechnical Testing
Chapter 1 : Characteristics of Soils
Chapter 2 : Characteristics of Rocks
Chapter 3 : Characteristics of Rock Mass
Part 2 : Test Methods for Soils and Rocks
Chapter 4 : International Standard Systems
Chapter 5 : Test Preparation
Chapter 6 : Procedures of Tests on Soils
Chapter 7 : Procedures of Tests on Rocks
Chapter 8 : Data Analysis and Documentation of Geotechnical Testing
Part 3 : Comparison of Test Standards
Chapter 9 : Comparison of Test Methods for Soil
Chapter 10 : Comparison of Rock Tests
Part 4 : Appendices
Appendix I : Reference Value of Basic Parameters of Soil
Appendix II : Reference Value of Basic Parameters of Rock
Appendix III : Basic Geotechnical Engineering Terms
Appendix IV : Common Physical Quantities and Unit Conversion for Geotechnical Testing
Index
