Core Principles of Soil Mechanics is a practical guide to the key concepts and latest developments in the field of soil mechanics. It explores the physical properties of soils and the behaviour of soil masses subjected to loads, as well as soil phases, classification and characteristics, stresses and fluid flow, consolidation, compressibility and compaction, shear strength, lateral earth pressure, slope stability and bearing capacity. These core principles can be applied to soil-like materials, such as coal ashes and mine tailings, and are explored using real-life scenarios and worked examples.
Produced by the Institution of Civil Engineers, ICE Textbooks offer clear, concise and practical information on the major principles of civil and structural engineering. They are an indispensable companion to undergraduate audiences, providing students with:
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A comprehensive introduction to core engineering subjects
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Real-life case studies and worked examples
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Practice questions, exercises and supplementary online solutions available at: www.icetextbooks.com
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Key learning aims, revision points and chapter summaries
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Further reading suggestions
Preface
Chapter 1 : Basic Description of Soil
Chapter 2 : Soil Particle-Size Distribution, Consistency and Classification
Chapter 3 : Stresses in Soil
Chapter 4 : Fluid Flow Through Soil
Chapter 5 : Consolidation and Compressibility of Soil
Chapter 6 : Shear Strength of Soil
Chapter 7 : Improvement of Soil
Chapter 8 : Lateral Earth Pressure From Soil
Chapter 9 : Stability of Soil Slopes
Chapter 10 : Load-Bearing Capacity of Soil
Index
