Deep Evacuation examines both theory and practical applications, from basic to advanced, and discusses the major methods currently in practice around the world.

Features:

• Surveys modern approaches and technologies for advanced analysis and design of excavations
• Includes many examples, problem and solution sets, and illustrations to reinforce the concepts
• Offers computer software for design and analysis as well as downloadable class slides

Contents

1. Soil Properties and Lateral Earth Pressures
2. Excavation Methods and Supporting System
3. Lateral Earth Pressure
4. Stability Analysis
5. Stress and Deformation Analysis: Simplified Method
6. Stress and Deformation Analysis: Beam on Elastic Foundation Method
7. Stress and Deformation Analysis: Finite Element Method
8. Dewatering of Excavations
9. Design of Structural Components
10. Excavation and Protection of Adjacent Buildings
11. Monitoring System

Index

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