
- 560 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
Grouted Soil and Rock Anchors
About this book
This book delves deep into the crucial aspects of grouted soil and rock anchors, providing a contemporary perspective on the best practices in anchor technology that are directly applicable to the work of consulting engineers, contractors and students in the field.
The book comprehensively covers aspects of anchor design, construction, testing, durability and maintenance, as well as the fundamental characteristics of ground and groundwater aggressivity. It adheres to Eurocode 7 and the main current standards and codes of practice, ensuring the information is up-to-date and reliable. The extensive case histories provide real-world examples of successful projects, demonstrating the importance of proper planning, installation and maintenance.
Grouted Soil and Rock Anchors is written in a clear, accessible style to suit a broad range of readers, from those who are new to the field to experienced engineers.
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Table of contents
- Cover Page
- Half Title page
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Contents
- Foreword
- Preface
- Acknowledgements
- Authors
- Chapter 1 Introduction
- Chapter 2 Site evaluation and the aggressivity of the ground and the groundwater
- Chapter 3 The design of grouted anchors
- Chapter 4 Corrosion and corrosion protection
- Chapter 5 Materials and components
- Chapter 6 Construction
- Chapter 7 Stressing and load testing
- Chapter 8 Maintenance and long-term monitoring
- Chapter 9 Significant case histories
- Chapter 10 Typical applications
- Index