Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering

Author: Xi Yonghui, Editor-in-Chief
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Publishing Date: 2006-01-01
Features: This book consists of nine chapters, primarily introducing the physical and mechanical properties and classification of soil, analysis of foundation stress and deformation calculation, soil shear strength and foundation bearing capacity, earth pressure, slope stability and retaining walls, engineering geology investigation, shallow foundations and pile foundations, etc. Each chapter includes review questions and exercises, with reference answers provided. The content is well-structured with a strong emphasis on practicality, abundant examples, and is suitable for self-study. This book is primarily intended as a teaching text for civil engineering majors, but can also serve as a reference for teachers and students in related fields, as well as engineering professionals.