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Geotechnical and Geophysical Site Characterization: Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Site Characterization (ISC'3, Taipei, Taiwan, 1-4 April 2008). BOOK Keynote papers (258 pages) + CD-ROM full papers (1508 pages)
by An-Bin Huang Paul W. MayneGeotechnical and Geophysical Site Characterization collects the papers presented at the Third International Conference on Site Characterization (ISC 3) that took place in Taipei from April 1-4, 2008. The subjects covered include new developments in mechanical in-situ testing and interpretation techniques, statistical analysis of test data, geo
Geotechnics and Earthquake Geotechnics Towards Global Sustainability
by Susumu IaiThis book is part of a bold, new initiative towards global sustainability and development that draws on the disciplines of geotechnical engineering and earthquake geotechnics. It contains contributions from fifteen of the world's leading experts who met in Kyoto in early 2010 to discuss a range of issues related to the ways geotechnics can help us face the challenges ahead, from the technical to the social, from geo-hazards to megacities, from global warming and coastal protection to the conservation of world heritage sites. We hope these contributions will stimulate the debate over the role geotechnics has to play in achieving a more sustainable future for the world. Audience This book will be of interest to advanced levels of researchers and practicing engineers in the fields of geotechnics and earthquake geotechnics for global sustainability: the greatest long term challenge of our time.
Geotechnics and Heritage: Case Histories
by Alessandro Flora Carlo Viggiani Emilio Bilotta Stefania LirerConservation of monuments and historic sites is one of the most challenging problems facing modern civilization. It involves various cultural, humanistic, social, technical, economical and administrative factors, intertwining in inextricable patterns. The complexity of the topic is such that guidelines or recommendations for intervention techniques
Geotechnics and Heritage: Historic Towers
by Renato Lancellotta Alessandro Flora Carlo ViggianiConservation of monuments and historic sites is one of the most challenging problems facing modern civilization. It involves various cultural, humanistic, social, technical, economical and administrative factors, intertwining in inextricable patterns. The complexity of the topic is such that guidelines or recommendations for ntervention techniques and design approaches are difficult to set. <P><P>The Technical Committee on the Preservation of Monuments and Historic Sites (named TC19) was established by the International Society of Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering (ISSMGE) in 1981, is supported by the Italian Geotechnical Society (AGI), and was renamed TC301 in 2010. <P><P>This book assesses the role of historic towers as symbols of community identity and how to best preserve this special cultural heritage. Well-documented, exemplary case histories highlight concepts of preservation, integrity, cultural heritage, dynamic identification techniques and techniques for long-term monitoring of historic towers, as well as provide examples of appropriate intervention measures. <P><P>The book will be of interest to professionals and academics in the wider fields of civil engineering, architecture and cultural resources management, and particularly those involved in art history, history of architecture, geotechnical engineering, structural engineering, archaeology, restoration and cultural heritage management.
Geotechnics for Catastrophic Flooding Events
by Susumu IaiGeotechnics for Catastrophic Flooding Events presents the keynote lectures (book, 264 pages) and keynote lectures and general papers (CD-ROM, 608 pages) presented at the Fourth International ISSMGEConference on Geotechnical Engineering for Disaster Mitigation and Rehabilitation (4th GEDMAR, Kyoto, Japan, 16-18 September 2014). The contributions dis
Geotechnics for Developing Africa: Proceedings of the 12th regional conference for Africa on soil mechanics and geotechnical engineering, Durban, South Africa, 25-27 October 1999
by G.R.Wardle; G.E.Blight; A.B.FourieThe proceedings represent a valuable reference on geotechnical problems peculiar to Africa and for engineering solutions to local problems. Topics covered are: Foundation engineering and lateral support; Methods of design and analysis; Monitoring, laboratory and field testing; Municipal, industrial and mining waste and environmental geotechnics; Soil improvement; Transportation geotechnics; Case studies.The proceedings are also an invaluable source of data on the properties of African soils, the properties of residual and tropical soils, as well as climate related problems.
Geotechnics for Natural and Engineered Sustainable Technologies: Geonest (Developments in Geotechnical Engineering)
by A. Murali Krishna Arindam Dey S SreedeepThis contributed volume encompasses contributions by eminent researchers in the field of geotechnical engineering. The chapters of this book are based on the keynote and sub-theme lectures delivered at the Indian Geotechnical Conference 2017. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the current state-of-the-art research and practices in different domains of geotechnical engineering in the areas of soil dynamics, earth retaining structures, ground improvement, and geotechnical and geophysical investigations. It will serve as an ideal resource for academics, researchers, practicing professionals, and students alike.
Geotechnics for Transportation Infrastructure: Recent Developments, Upcoming Technologies and New Concepts, Volume 1 (Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering #28)
by Ravi Sundaram Jagdish Telangrao Shahu Vasant HavanagiThis book presents selected papers from the International Symposium on Geotechnics for Transportation Infrastructure (ISGTI 2018). The research papers cover geotechnical interventions for the diverse fields of policy formulation, design, implementation, operation and management of the different modes of travel, namely road, air, rail and waterways. This book will be of interest to academic and industry researchers working in transportation geotechnics, as also to practicing engineers, policy makers, and civil agencies.
Geotechnics for Transportation Infrastructure: Recent Developments, Upcoming Technologies and New Concepts, Volume 2 (Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering #29)
by Ravi Sundaram Jagdish Telangrao Shahu Vasant HavanagiThis book presents selected papers from the International Symposium on Geotechnics for Transportation Infrastructure (ISGTI 2018). The research papers cover geotechnical interventions for the diverse fields of policy formulation, design, implementation, operation and management of the different modes of travel, namely road, air, rail and waterways. This book will be of interest to academic and industry researchers working in transportation geotechnics, as also to practicing engineers, policy makers, and civil agencies.
Geotechnics in the African Environment, volume 1: Proceedings of 10th regional conference for Africa on soil mechananics foundation engineering & the 3rd international conference tropical & residual soils, Maseru, 23-27 September 1991, 2 volumes
by G.E.BLIGHT; A.B.FOURIE; I.LUKER; D.J.MOUTON; R.J.SCHEURENBERGProceedings of the 10th Regional Conference for Africa on Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering and the 3rd International Conference on Tropical and Residual Soils, held in Maseru, Lesotho, September 1991, are contained in two volumes. The papers address geotechnical problems peculiar to Africa and engineering solutions for local problems, as well as data on the properties of African soils.
Geotechnics of Organic Soils and Peat
by Bujang B.K. Huat Arun Prasad Sina Kazemian Afshin AsadiPeat and organic soils commonly occur as extremely soft, wet, unconsolidated surficial deposits that are an integral part of wetland systems. These types of soils can give rise to geotechnical problems in the area of sampling, settlement, stability, in situ testing, stabilisation and construction. There is therefore a tendency to either avoid build
Geotechnics of Roads: Advanced Analysis and Modeling
by Bernardo CaicedoAt first glance, roads seem like the simplest possible geotechnical structures. However, analysis of these structures runs up against complexities related to the intense stresses experienced by road surfaces, their intense interaction with climate, and the complicated behavior of the materials used in road construction. Modern mechanistic approaches to road design provide the tools capable of developing new technical solutions. However, use of these approaches requires deep understanding of the behavior of constituent materials and their interaction with water and heat which has recently been acquired thanks to advances in geotechnical engineering. The author comprehensively describes and explains these advances and their use in road engineering in the two-volume set Geotechnics of Roads, compiling information that had hitherto only been available in numerous research papers. Geotechnics of Roads: Advanced Analysis and Modeling develops 23 extended examples that cover most of the theoretical aspects presented in the book Geotechnics of Roads: Fundamentals. Moreover, for most examples, Volume 2 describes algorithms for solving complex problems and provides Matlab® scripts for their solution. Consequently, Volume 2 is a natural complement of the book Geotechnics of Roads: Fundamentals. This unique book will be of value to civil, structural and geotechnical engineers worldwide.
Geotechnics of Roads: Fundamentals
by Bernardo CaicedoAt first glance, roads seem like the simplest possible geotechnical structures. However, analysis of these structures runs up against complexities related to the intense stresses experienced by road surfaces, their intense interaction with climate, and the complicated behavior of the materials used in road construction. Modern mechanistic approaches to road design provide the tools capable of developing new technical solutions. However, use of these approaches requires deep understanding of the behavior of constituent materials and their interaction with water and heat which has recently been acquired thanks to advances in geotechnical engineering. The author comprehensively describes and explains these advances and their use in road engineering in the two-volume set Geotechnics of Roads, compiling information that had hitherto only been available in numerous research papers. Geotechnics of Roads: Fundamentals presents stresses and strains in road structures, water and heat migration within and between layers of road materials, and the effects of water on the strength and stiffness of those materials. It includes a deep analysis of soil compaction, one of the most important issues in road construction. Compaction accounts for only a small proportion of a construction budget but its effects on the long-term performance of a road are decisive. In addition, the book describes methodologies for nondestructive road evaluation including analysis of continuous compaction control, a powerful technique for real-time quality control of road structures. This unique book will be of value to civil, structural and geotechnical engineers worldwide.
Geotechnics of Soft Soils: Proceedings of the 2nd International Workshop held in Glasgow, Scotland, 3 - 5 September 2008
by Minna Karstunen Martino LeoniNatural soft soils are very complex materials. As construction activities increasingly take place in poor ground conditions, ground improvement is often required. However, design practices for ground improvement were for long at best crude and conservative, and at worst unsafe. Although new construction and field observation techniques have been de
Geotechnics of Venice and Its Lagoon
by Paolo SimoniniWithout any protective intervention, the historic city of Venice and its surrounding islands would suffer rapid deterioration due to the increased frequency of tidal flooding, as the gap between land surface and sea levels has reduced due to a coupled effect of climate change-induced sea-level rise and natural and anthropic subsidence. Geotechnics of Venice and Its Lagoon provides a clear and comprehensive illustration of the extensive geotechnical aspects of not only the various environmental problems such as land subsidence and wetland surface reduction, but also solutions such as the design of the tilting gate foundations against high tides and the restoration and improvement of the drainage system of the renowned Piazza San Marco, which have been necessary for the preservation of the extraordinary cultural heritage of Venice. Readers will gain a better understanding of the complex phenomena occurring in the sensitive Venice silts, whose hydro-mechanical behavior has required comprehensive laboratory and site investigations and modeling. The book provides: An authoritative analysis of one of the largest and most important geotechnical issues in the world A description of a detailed case study of an ongoing engineering solution The book will be useful for engineers worldwide, and is also an excellent reference for students.
Geotechnik für Ingenieure: Ein Überblick (essentials)
by Bernd SchröderDie geotechnischen Aufgaben betreffen Baugrunduntersuchungen und rechnerische Nachweise. Die Norm unterscheidet drei Kategorien. Für jede Bauaufgabe müssen Schichtgrenzen, Einschlüsse und Kennwerte von Boden und Fels sowie die Grundwasserverhältnisse bekannt sein. Je nach Kategorie unterscheiden sich Art und Umfang der erforderlichen geotechnischen Untersuchungen. Geotechnische Kennwerte beschreiben schließlich die Baugrundeigenschaften einer Bodenschicht.
Geotechnik: Bodenmechanik (Bauingenieur-Praxis)
by Gerd MöllerDas Buch vermittelt alle wichtigen Aspekte über den Aufbau und die Eigenschaften des Bodens, die bei der Planung und Berechnung sowie bei der Begutachtung von Schäden des Systems Bauwerk- Baugrund zu berücksichtigen sind. Schwerpunkte sind die Baugrunderkundung, die Ermittlung von Bodenkennwerten im Labor sowie die Behandlung von Setzungs- und Tragfähigkeitsnachweisen einschließlich des Erddrucks. Alle Darstellungen basieren auf dem aktuellen technischen Regelwerk. Zahlreiche Beispiele, die nachvollziehbar erläutert werden, sowie eine große Anzahl von Hinweisen auf den Umgang mit den zu beachtenden Normen und weiterführende Literatur erleichtern das Verständnis. Das Buch ist eine unverzichtbare Orientierungshilfe in der täglichen Planungs- und Gutachterpraxis und erleichtert den Umgang mit dem neuen Regelwerk.
Geotechnik: Grundbau (Bauingenieur-Praxis)
by Gerd MöllerThe book introduces in particular foundation methods and methods of securing level changes in terrain. The description of calculation and dimensioning with examples are a valuable orientation aid for those working in design and as technical experts.
Geotechnisch-markscheiderische Untersuchung, Bewertung und Sanierung von altbergbaulichen Anlagen - Empfehlungen des Arbeitskreises 4.6 Altbergbau
by Deutsche Gesellschaft Für Geotechnik E. V. Deutscher Markscheider-Verein E. V. Deutsche Geologische Gesellschaft – Geolo V.Seit dem frühen Mittelalter werden in weiten Bereichen des mitteleuropäischen Raums Bodenschätze abgebaut. Dabei entstanden zahlreiche tages- und oberflächennahe Hohlräume, aber auch Halden, Kippen und Restlöcher. Die Standfestigkeit der untertägigen Grubenbaue sowie der Tagebaurestlöcher, Kippen und Halden im Locker- und Festgestein unterliegen in Abhängigkeit von der Zeit grundlegenden geomechanischen und hydrogeologischen Veränderungen. Bei Versagen der Standfestigkeit sind Tagesbrüche und Einsenkungen an der Tagesoberfläche, Böschungsrutschungen, Felsstürze und Steinschläge typische Schadensbilder, die lokal katastrophale Größenordnungen annehmen. Standorte des Altbergbaus können daher, je nach Nutzung der Tagesoberfläche, ein hohes Risikopotential für Menschen und Sachwerte aufweisen. Die systematische, fachgerechte Untersuchung und Bewertung der zahlreichen Altbergbaurelikte mit ihren Schadensbildern sowie die Bewertung der möglichen Risikopotentiale bilden die Grundlage für eine effiziente Sanierung. Diese Problemstellungen gewinnen durch die zunehmend intensivere Nutzung der Tagesoberfläche stetig an Bedeutung. Aber auch der gravierende Rückgang der Bergbautätigkeiten in Europa wirft verstärkt die Frage auf, welches Risikopotential für die Tagesoberfläche von in Stilllegung befindlichen oder noch stillzulegenden bergbaulichen Betrieben ausgeht bzw. ausgehen wird. Die Empfehlungen unterstützen Ingenieure, Fachunternehmen und Behörden bei der Planung, Durchführung und der Dokumentation von Untersuchungen, Bewertungen und Sanierungsmaßnahmen von untertägigen Anlagen, Tagebaurestlöchern, Halden und Kippen des Altbergbaus im Locker- und Festgesteinsbereich.
Geotextiles: Production, Properties and Performance
by Subhash Anand Amit Rawal, Tahir ShahThe monograph critically reviews most commonly used geotextile structures, their properties and performance characteristics. In general, both natural and synthetic fibres are used for the production of geotextiles, and the advantages and disadvantages of each type of fibre are discussed for various applications of geotextiles. The important functio
Geotherapy: Innovative Methods of Soil Fertility Restoration, Carbon Sequestration, and Reversing CO2 Increase
by Thomas J. Goreau Ronal W. Larson Joanna CampeA Practical, Get-Your-Hands-in-the-Soil ManualGlobal climate change, increasing pollution, and continued rapid population growth is wreaking havoc on the planet. Stabilizing the environment at safe levels requires a large-scale restoration of damaged ecosystems. Geotherapy: Innovative Methods of Soil Fertility Restoration, Carbon Sequestration, and
Geothermal Energy
by Kurt Bucher Ingrid StoberThe internal heat of the planet Earth represents an inexhaustible reservoir of thermal energy. This form of energy, known as geothermal energy has been utilized throughout human history in the form of hot water from hot springs. Modern utilization of geothermal energy includes direct use of the heat and its conversion to other forms of energy, mainly electricity. Geothermal energy is a form of renewable energy and its use is associated with very little or no CO2-emissions and its importance as an energy source has greatly increased as the effects of climate change become more prominent. Because of its inexhaustibility it is obvious that utilization of geothermal energy will become a cornerstone of future energy supplies. The exploration of geothermal resources has become an important topic of study as geology and earth science students prepare to meet the demands of a rapidly growing industry, which involves an increasing number professionals and public institutions participating in geothermal energy related projects. This book meets the demands of both groups of readers, students and professionals. Geothermal Energy and its utilization is systematically presented and contains the necessary technical information needed for developing and understanding geothermal energy projects. It presents basic knowledge on the Earth's thermal regime and its geothermal energy resources, the types of geothermal energy used as well as its future potential and the perspectives of the industry. Specific chapters of the book deal with borehole heat exchangers and with the direct use of groundwater and thermal water in hydrogeothermal systems. A central topic are Enhanced Geothermal Systems (hot-dry-rock systems), a key technology for energy supply in the near future. Pre-drilling site investigations, drilling technology, well logging and hydraulic test programs are important subjects related to the exploration phase of developing Geothermal Energy sites. The chemical composition of the natural waters used as a heat transport medium in geothermal systems can be used as an exploration tool, but chemistry is also important during operation of a geothermal power plant because of potential scale formation and corrosion of pipes and installations, which needs to be prevented. Graduate students and professionals will find in depth information on Geothermal Energy, its exploration and utilization.
Geothermal Energy and Society (Lecture Notes in Energy #67)
by Adele Manzella Agnes Allansdottir Anna PellizzoneThis book addresses the societal aspects of harnessing geothermal resources for different uses, such as power production, heating and cooling. It introduces a theoretical framework for a social scientific approach to the field, and presents a preliminary collection of empirical case studies on geothermal energy and society from across the world. By providing a conceptual and methodological framework to the study of geothermal energy and societies, it brings together information and analyses in the field that to date have been sparse and fragmented.The contributors explore the diverse aspects of the relationship between the harnessing of geothermal resources and the societies and local communities in which these developments take place. After introducing geothermal technologies, renewable energy concepts as well as their social and policy context and the regulative and environmental aspects of geothermal energy, the book analyzes and discusses twelve global case studies, and compares the social engagement tools applied with those used in other sectors. Of interest to researchers from a range of disciplines who wish to explore the issues surrounding energy and society, it is also a valuable resource for geothermal experts and postgraduate students wish to study the field in greater detail.
Geothermal Energy: From Theoretical Models to Exploration and Development
by Kurt Bucher Ingrid StoberThe internal heat of the planet Earth represents an inexhaustible reservoir of thermal energy known as Geothermal Energy. The 2nd edition of the book covers the geologic and technical aspects of developing all forms of currently available systems using this "renewable" green energy. The book presents the distribution and transport of thermal energy in the Earth. Geothermal Energy is a base load energy available at all times independent of climate and weather. The text treats the efficiency of diverse shallow near surface installations and deep geothermal systems including hydrothermal and petrothermal techniques and power plants in volcanic high-enthalpy fields. The book also discusses environmental aspects of utilizing different forms of geothermal energy, including induced seismicity, noise pollution and gas release to the atmosphere. Chapters on hydraulic well tests, chemistry of deep hot water, scale formation and corrosion, development of geothermal probes, well drilling techniques and geophysical exploration complete the text. This book, for the first time, covers the full range of utilization of Geothermal Energy.
Geothermal Energy: Renewable Energy and the Environment, Second Edition (Energy and the Environment)
by William E. GlassleyAn In-Depth Introduction to Geothermal EnergyAddressing significant changes in the energy markets since the first edition, Geothermal Energy: Renewable Energy and the Environment, Second Edition expounds on the geothermal industry, exploring the expansion, growth, and development of geothermal systems. This text covers every area of geothermal ener