Soil Mechanics

Author: Wu Xinchao
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Publish Date: 2005-09-01
Features: This book includes the following content: Physical properties of soil and engineering classification, Soil permeability, Stress in soil mass, Soil compressibility and foundation deformation, Shear strength of soil and slope stability analysis, Retaining walls and earth pressure, Bearing capacity of foundation, Design of shallow foundations and soft soil foundation treatment, Appendix (Soil testing manual). In the writing process, the book strives to reflect the content of new codes, the application of new technologies, and the cultivation of practical skills. Each chapter begins with learning objectives and ends with summaries, review questions, exercises, and answers. An experimental manual is provided at the end of the book for student experiments and comprehensive practical use. This book is suitable for teaching use in higher vocational and technical colleges for water conservancy and hydropower engineering, agricultural water conservancy, and related majors. It can also be used as a reference for engineering technicians in relevant fields.