This volume, the first in a set of three belonging to the revised and updated Manual of Soil Laboratory Testing, 3rd Edition , covers the basic tests for the classification and compaction characteristics of engineering soils. The author breaks down each test procedure into step-by-step explanations and easy-to-use flow diagrams. The book contains practical information on laboratory equipment, techniques, and procedures. It also explains how to calculate and present results in graphical form as well as how to report test data. Volume 1: Soil Classification and Compaction Tests is an essential working manual for all those involved in geotechnical laboratory testing.

Manual of Soil Laboratory Testing, Effective Stress Tests (Volume 3)

Engineering & Transportation

Head, K. H.

Engineering

wiley

Manual of Soil Laboratory Testing, Soil Classification and Compaction Tests

Science & Math

Earth Sciences

Manual of Soil Laboratory Testing, Permeability, Shear Strength and Compressibility Tests (Volume 2)

This volume, the first in a set of three, is a vital working manual which covers the basic tests for the classification and compaction characteristics of engineering soils. It will therefore be an essential practical handbook for all engaged on the testing of soils in a laboratory for building and civil engineering purposes. Based on the author's experience over many years managing large soil testing laboratories, particular emphasis has been placed on ensuring that procedures are fully understood. Each test procedure has therefore been broken down into simple stages with each step being clearly described. The use of flow diagrams and the setting out of test data and calculations will be of great benefit, especially for the newcomer to soil testing. The book is complemented with many numerical examples which illustrate the methods of calculation and graphical presentations of typical results. The reporting of test data is also explained. Vital information on good techniques, laboratory safety, the calibration of measuring instruments, essential checks on equipment, and laboratory accreditation are all included.A basic knowledge of mathematics, physics and chemistry is assumed but some of the fundamental principles that are essential in soil testing are explained where appropriate.

Manual of Soil Laboratory Testing, Soil Classification and Compaction Testing (Volume 1)

Manual of Soil Laboratory Testing, Permeability, Quick Shear Strength and Compressibility Tests (Volume 2)

Volume three of this text covers soil testing in terms of effective stress, for which the measurement of pore water pressure is the essential feature. The principle and theory of effective stress are explained, practical applications are outlined, and the apparatus used, including its calibration and checking, is described. Most of the test procedures described are those covered by BS 1377, 1990, Parts 6 and 8. Reference is also made to relevant ASTM methods. Routine consolidated-undrained and consolidated-drained triaxal test procedures for determination of effective shear strength parameters are given in detail. Some other related procedures, and tests in the triaxal cell for isotropic consolidation and permeability measurements, are included. The advantages of using the hydraulic consolidation cell (Rowe cell) for one dimensional consolidation is explained, and tests with several arrangements for loading and drainage are described. Measurement of vertical and horizontal permeabilities is also described. The procedures as described make use of manual methods of observation and recording, but reference is made throughout to electronic instrumentation and automatic data-logging facilities. This second edition has been written using the new British Standards. The book gives the procedures commonly used in the geotechnical industry; includes background theory; apparatus; test methods; and applications; and also step-by-step description and explanations, including examples.

Effective Stress Tests, Volume 3, Manual of Soil Laboratory Testing, 2nd Edition

Chemistry

Manual of soil laboratory testing

Pentech Press

An illustrated history of the Winterthur estate, tracing the evolution of the farm, dairy, garden, and house, with a brief history of the DuPont family. Archival photographs are complemented by contemporary color images

Discover the Winterthur Estate (Discover Winterthur)

Arts & Photography

Henry Francis Du Pont Winterthur Museum

Eversmann, Pauline

Collections, Catalogs & Exhibitions

Winterthur Museum

This volume provides a comprehensive working manual for the laboratory testing of soils for civil engineers. It is an essential practical handbook for all who are engaged in laboratory testing of soils as well as being of great value to professional engineers, consultants, academics and students in geotechnical engineering. Revised and updated, the contents reflect current practice in standard laboratory test procedures for determining some of the important engineering properties of soils. The authors have had many years experience in managing large soil testing laboratories since the early 1950s through to the present day, whilst actively contributing to the development of geotechnical testing through training courses, lectures, committees and working groups. They recognise that it is particularly important for test methods to be fully understood and a step-by-step approach has therefore been used in presenting each section. The test procedures comprise the measurement of soil permeability, CBR value, drained and undrained shear strength, and consolidation characteristics. Additional material in this new edition includes the Fall cone procedure for measurement of shear strength in clays based on the European Technical Specification, a simplified direct approach and a useful arrangement for applying pressures in multistage triaxial tests to meet the requirements of BS1377. The latest requirements for calibration of equipment and measuring devices are presented and discussed, together with the significance of quality assurance based on recognised laboratory accreditation to ISO/IEC 17025. Descriptions of test methods are complemented by many numerical examples in order to illustrate the methods for recording test data, making calculations, presenting graphical plots and deriving test results. Fundamental principles are explained, where appropriate, so that the operator can have a better understanding of the significance of the tests and guidance is given where experience has shown that difficulties may be encountered. The importance of good techniques, essential checks on test equipment and laboratory safety are all emphasised.

Manual of Soil Laboratory Testing: Volume III: Effective Stress Tests, Third Edition

Epps, Roger

Whittles Publishing

The long-awaited concluding part of the classic soil testing handbook which is the vital and definitive guide for anyone involved in soil testing.

Manual of Soil Laboratory Testing (Volume III)

Epps, R. J.

Experiments, Instruments & Measurement

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