Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering

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Examining the core principles of soil mechanics and geotechnical engineering, this text also covers the design methodology of shallow and deep foundations, as well as ground improvement techniques, such as reinforced earth and geotextiles. ForewordvPrefacevii1. INTRODUCTION1(5)1.1 Overview1(1)1.2 Historical Review2(1)1.3 Soil Formation3(1)1.4 Some Soil Deposits and Their Problems4(1)Questions5(1)2. ROCK STRUCTURE AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES6(16)2.1 Overview6(1)2.2 General6(1)2.3 Rock Cycle6(1)2.4 Rock-Forming Minerals and Rock Structure7(2)2.5 Geological and Engineering Rock Classification Systems9(6)2.6 Physical Properties15(5)Problem Solving20(2)3. SOIL STRUCTURE AND CLAY-WATER SYSTEM22(32)3.…