Advanced Geotechnical Finite Element Modeling using PLAXIS

Advanced Geotechnical Finite Element Modeling using PLAXIS

 

Published By: PLAXIS
Published Year: 2012
Size: 19 MB
Quality: Original preprint
Abstract: CONTENTS
A. Section 1: Geotechnical Analysis using PLAXIS Programs
B. Section 2: Modelling of Deep Excavations
C. Section 3: Modelling of Piled Foundations
D. Section 4: Modelling of Tunnel‐Soil‐Structure Interaction Problems
E. Conclusions
F. References

 

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Pinliang Dong, Qi Chen – LiDAR Remote Sensing and Applications

Pinliang Dong, Qi Chen – LiDAR Remote Sensing and Applications

 

CRC, 2018
pdf, 221 pages, english
ISBN: 978-1-4822-4301-7

This is a unique book in that it smoothly combines LiDAR principles, data processing methods, applications, and hands-on practices, following an overview of remote sensing. An index map of LiDAR data and a list of abbreviations are also included to improve the readability of the book.

For forest applications, readers can find examples such as creating leaf-on and leaf-off canopy height models in Susquehanna Shale Hills, PA; identifying disturbances from lightning and hurricane in mangrove forests in Florida; and estimating aboveground biomass in tropical forests in Ghana.

For urban applications, readers can see examples such as road extraction, powerline corridor mapping, and population estimation in Denton, TX; parcel-based building change detection in Surrey, Canada; and road blockage detection in Port-au-Prince after the 2010 Haiti earthquake.

For geoscience applications, readers can explore samples such as measuring dune migration rates in White Sands, NM; analysis of offset channels associated with the San Andreas Fault in California; and trend surface analysis and visualization of rock layers in Raplee Ridge, UT. Undergraduate and graduate students will find that the 11 step-by-step GIS projects with LiDAR data can really help them understand LiDAR data processing, analysis, and applications, while professionals and researchers will benefit from various topics on LiDAR remote sensing and applications, along with over 500 references in the book.

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The Boundary Element Method in Geophysical Survey

The Boundary Element Method in Geophysical Survey

 

Balgaisha Mukanova, Igor Modin – The Boundary Element Method in Geophysical Survey

Springer, 2018
pdf, 162 pages, english
ISBN: 978-3-319-72907-7

The Boundary Element Method in Geophysical Survey

This volume is devoted to the application of the integral equations method (IEM) and boundary elements method (BEM) to problems involving the sounding of geological media using direct current (DC). Adaptive mesh generation algorithms and numerical methods for solving a system of integral equations are discussed. Integral equations for the media, which contains piecewise linear contact boundaries, immersed local inclusions, and subsurface relief, are derived and solved numerically. Describes in detail the application of the BEM and IEM to 2.5D direct problems using ERT for geological media with a complex structure and having a large number of internal contact boundaries. Provides algorithms of grid generation of the boundaries that are adapted to the geometry of the media, the surface relief and the measurements of electrode arrays. Discusses the application of the BEM to 3D sounding problems using the ERT method. Illustrates the applications of inversion programs to synthetic data generated using the BEM in comparison with the original model and discusses the quality of the associated interpretation

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Eurocodes

Eurocodes

 

The EN Eurocodes are expected to contribute to the establishment and functioning of the internal market for construction products and engineering services by eliminating the disparities that hinder their free circulation within the Community. Further, they are meant to lead to more uniform levels of safety in construction in Europe.

The EN Eurocodes will become the reference design codes. They are currently at the national calibration stage. After publication of the National Standard transposing the Eurocodes and the National Annexes, they will be used in parallel with existing national standards until 2010, when all conflicting standards will be withdrawn.

It is mandatory that the Member States accept designs to the EN Eurocodes, since the National standards implementing the EN Eurocodes will become the standard technical specification in all contracts for public works and public services.

The EN Eurocodes consist of 10 different groups, which are:

EN 1990 EUROCODE 0 – Basis of structural design
EN 1991 EUROCODE 1 – Actions on structures
EN 1992 EUROCODE 2 – Design of concrete structures
EN 1993 EUROCODE 3 – Design of steel structures
EN 1994 EUROCODE 4 – Design of composite steel and concrete structures
EN 1995 EUROCODE 5 – Design of timber structures
EN 1996 EUROCODE 6 – Design of masonry structures
EN 1997 EUROCODE 7 – Geotechnical design
EN 1998 EUROCODE 8 – Design of structures for earthquake resistance
EN 1999 EUROCODE 9 – Design of aluminium structures

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Ground Water and Surface Water A Single Resource

Ground Water and Surface Water A Single Resource

 

As the Nation’s concerns over water resources and the environment increase, the importance of considering ground water and surface water as a single resource has become increasingly evident. Issues related to water supply, water quality, and degradation of aquatic environments are reported on frequently. The interaction of ground water and surface water has been shown to be a significant concern in many of these issues. For example, contaminated aquifers that discharge to streams can result in long-term contamination of surface water; conversely, streams can be a major source of contamination to aquifers. Surface water commonly is hydraulically connected to ground water, but the interactions are difficult to observe and measure and commonly have been ignored in water-management considerations and policies. Many natural processes and human activities affect the interactions of ground water and surface water. The purpose of this report is to present our current understanding of these processes and activities as well as limitations in our knowledge and ability to characterize them.

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Fundamentals of Structural Analysis Fifth Edition 2018

Fundamentals of Structural Analysis Fifth Edition 2018

Kenneth M. Leet
Professor Emeritus, Northeastern University
Chia-Ming Uang
Professor, University of California, San Diego
Joel T. Lanning
Assistant Professor, California State University, Fullerton
Anne M. Gilbert, PE, SECB
Structural Engineer Consultant

This text introduces engineering and architectural students to the basic
techniques required for analyzing the majority of structures and the elements of which most structures are composed, including beams, frames, trusses, arches, and cables. Although the authors assume that readers have completed basic courses in statics and strength of materials, we briefly review the basic techniques from these courses the first time we mention them. To clarify the discussion, we use many carefully chosen examples to illustrate the various analytic techniques introduced, and whenever possible, we select examples confronting engineers in real-life professional practice

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Design Analysis of Beams, Circular Plates and Cylindrical Tanks on Elastic Foundations

Design Analysis of Beams, Circular Plates and Cylindrical Tanks on Elastic Foundations

This book deals with computer-based linear-elastic analyses of beams, strips, circular plates and circular-cylindrical tanks resting on elastic foundations and/or unyielding supports. Winkler springs and smooth, homogeneous, elastic half space foundation beds are employed.

By Edmund Melerski

* Publisher: Taylor & Francis
* Number Of Pages: 304
* Publication Date: 2006-03-30
* ISBN-10 / ASIN: 041538351X

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Correlations of Soil Properties

Correlations of Soil Properties

 

An essential guide to improving preliminary geotechnical analysis and design from limited data

Soil Properties and their Correlations, Second Edition provides a summary of commonly-used soil engineering properties and gives a wide range of correlations between the various properties, presented in the context of how they will be used in geotechnical design.

The book is divided into 11 chapters: Commonly-measured properties; Grading and plasticity; Density; Permeability, Consolidation and settlement; Shear strength; California bearing ratio; Shrinkage and swelling characteristics; Frost susceptibility; Susceptibility to combustion; and Soil-structure interfaces. In addition, there are two appendices: Soil classification systems; and Sampling methods.

This new, more comprehensive, edition provides material that would be of practical assistance to those faced with the problem of having to estimate soil behaviour from little or no laboratory test data.

Key features:

  • Soil properties explained in practical terms.
  • A large number of correlations between different soil properties.
  • A valuable aid for assessing design values of properties.
  • Clear statements on practical limitations and accuracy.

An invaluable source of reference for experienced professionals working on geotechnical design, it  will also give students and early-career engineers an in-depth appreciation of the appropriate use of each property and the pitfalls to avoid.

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Contaminant Hydrogeology 3-rd Edition

Contaminant Hydrogeology 3-rd Edition

 

Waveland Press, 2018
pdf, 663 pages, english
ISBN-13: 978-1478632795
ISBN-10: 1478632798

Tremendous progress has been made in the field of remediation technologies since the second edition of Contaminant Hydrogeology was published two decades ago, and its content is more important than ever. Recognizing the extensive advancement and research taking place around the world, the authors have embraced and worked from a larger global perspective. Boving and Kreamer incorporate environmental innovation in studying and treating groundwater/soil contamination and the transport of those contaminants while building on Fetter’s original foundational work.

Thoroughly updated, expanded, and reorganized, the new edition presents a wealth of new material, including new discussions of emerging and potential contaminant sources and their characteristics like deep well injection, fracking fluids, and in situ leach mining. New sections cover BET and Polanyi adsorption potential theory, vapor transport theory, the introduction of the Capillary and Bond Numbers, the partitioning interwell tracer testing technique for investigating NAPL sites, aerial photographic interpretation, geophysics, immunological surveys, high resolution vertical sampling, flexible liner systems, groundwater tracers, and much more.

Contaminant Hydrogeology is intended as a textbook in upper level courses in mass transport and contaminant hydrogeology, and remains a valuable resource for professionals in both the public and private sectors

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