by Reynold King Watkins
and Loren Runar Anderson

• Analyzes a variety of pipe-soil interaction problems

• Uses examples from actual buried structures

• Introduces finite element analysis based on nonlinear soil properties

• Includes examples and basic mechanics -serves as a self-study guide

Structural Mechanics of Buried Pipes minimizes complicated theories, breaks through the imprecisions in the properties of soil, and presents principles that simplify analysis and lead to designs of higher performance and safety.

With knowledge built on experience, experimentation, and sound principles, the authors guide readers through the design and analysis processes. They use examples based on actual buried structures and analyze a variety of pipe-soil interaction problems.

Sound principles, plentiful examples, and a straightforward presentation provide an outstanding framework for hands-on application and an ideal self-study guide.

Contents

1. Preliminary Ring Design
2. Ring Deformations
3. Soil Mechanics
4. Pipe Mechanics
5. Ring Stresses
6. Ring Deflection
7. Ring Stiffness
8. Non-Circular Cross Sections
9. Ring Stability
10. Encased Flexible Pipes
11. Rigid Pipes
12. Minimum Soil Cover
13. Longitudinal Mechanics
14. Thrust Restraints
15. Embedment
16. Parallel Pipes and Trenches
17. Special Sections
18. Stress Analysis
19. Plastic Pipes
20. External Hydrostatistics
21. Buried Tanks and Silos
22. Leaks in Buried Pipes and Tanks
23. Long-Span Structures
24. Economics of Buried Tanks
25. Non-Circular Linings and Coatings
26. Risers
27. Analysis of Buried Structures by the Finite Element Method
28. Economics of Buried Pipes and Tanks

Appendices

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