An Introduction to Laboratory Testing of Soils (Geotechnical Engineering)

Guyer, J. Paul

ISBN 10: 1490333525 / ISBN 13: 9781490333526

Verlag: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2013

Beschreibung

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Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers I-9781490333526

Bibliografische Details

• Titel: An Introduction to Laboratory Testing of Soils (Geotechnical Engineering)
• Verlag: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Erscheinungsjahr: 2013
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN-10: 1490333525
• ISBN-13: 9781490333526
• Einband: Softcover
• Zustand: New

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Inhaltsangabe

This publication will introduce you to the principles and practices of laboratory testing of soils. You will learn about index property, permeability, consolidation, and shear strength tests. You will be introduced to dynamic testing methods, and tests on compacted soils. You will learn about laboratory equipment and test procedures. You will learn when the various ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) tests are applicable and how to utilize the test result data.

Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

Paul Guyer is a registered civil engineer, mechanical engineer, fire protection engineer, and architect with over 35 years experience in the design of buildings and related infrastructure. For an additional 9 years he was a principal advisor to the California Legislature on infrastructure and capital outlay issues. He is a graduate of Stanford University and has held numerous national, state and local offices with the American Society of Civil Engineers, Architectural Engineering Institute and National Society of Professional Engineers.