Fundamental Engineering Analysis and Design (5th Edition)

Author: Joseph E. Polaris
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Publish Date: 2004-10-05
Features: This book is a well-known textbook for undergraduate and graduate civil engineering courses in the United States, first published in 1968. The current translation is based on the fifth edition. It retains the traditional strengths of the book while adding new content in this edition, including computational programs and primarily adopting the SI international system of units. The book consists of 20 chapters, introducing fundamental concepts in soil mechanics and foundation engineering, geotechnical engineering investigation and testing, bearing capacity of foundations, settlement calculations, ground improvement, and various factors to consider in foundation design. It emphasizes the design, calculation, and earth pressure and excavation of various foundation types (including spread foundations, special foundations, beams on elastic foundations, raft foundations, pile foundations, pier foundations and caissons, cofferdams, etc.). The book reflects the latest developments and achievements in the field of geotechnical engineering. It can serve as a textbook for undergraduate and graduate students in civil engineering and also as a reference for civil and structural engineering professionals for continuing education.