Great strides have been made in the art of foundation design during the last two decades. In situ testing, site improvement techniques, the use of geogrids in the design of retaining walls, modified ACI codes, and ground deformation modeling using finite elements are but a few of the developments that have significantly advanced foundation engineering in recent years. What has been lacking, however, is a comprehensive reference for foundation engineers that incorporates these state-of-the-art concepts and techniques.
The Foundation Engineering Handbook fills that void. It presents both classical and state-of-the-art design and analysis techniques for earthen structures, and covers basic soil mechanics and soil and groundwater modeling concepts along with the latest research results. It addresses isolated and shallow footings, retaining structures, and modern methods of pile construction monitoring, as well as stability analysis and ground improvement methods. The handbook also covers reliability-based design and LRFD (Load Resistance Factor Design)-concepts not addressed in most foundation engineering texts.
Easy-to-follow numerical design examples illustrate each technique. Along with its unique, comprehensive coverage, the clear, concise discussions and logical organization of The Foundation Engineering Handbook make it the one quick reference every practitioner and student in the field needs.
Preface
Chapter 1 : Review of Soil Mechanics Concepts and Analytical Techniques
Chapter 2 : In Situ Soil Testing
Chapter 3 : Spread Footings: Analysis and Design
Chapter 4 : Geotechnical Design of Combined Spread Footings
Chapter 5 : Structural Design of Foundations
Chapter 6 : Design of Driven Piles and Pile Groups
Chapter 7 : Design of Drilled Shafts
Chapter 8 : Design of Laterally Loaded Piles
Chapter 9 : Construction Monitoring and Testing Methods of Driven Piles
Chapter 10 : Retaining Walls: Analysis and Design.
Chapter 11 : Stability Analysis and Design of Slopes
Chapter 12 : Methods of Soft Ground Improvement
Chapter 13 : Impact of Groundwater on the Design of Earthen Structures
Index
