Brooks, Hugh
Basics of Retaining Wall Design 11th Edition: A Design Guide for Earth Retaining Structures
- ISBN 13:
- 9780976836476
- author:
- Brooks, Hugh
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Hba Publications, Incorporated
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 266
- Dimensions:
- 27.9 x 21.6 x 1.4 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Technology & Engineering, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
For professionals and students in earth retention and construction, this updated 11th edition guide provides comprehensive coverage of nearly every type of earth retaining structure.
Topics include types of retaining structures, basic soil mechanics, design of concrete and masonry walls, lateral earth pressures, seismic design, surcharges, pile and pier foundations, Gabion walls and swimming pool walls. Fourteen varied design examples are included to illustrate key concepts.
A comprehensive appendix with a glossary of terminology completes this authoritative resource, making it an essential reference for anyone working in the field of earth retention and construction.