Overview

This comprehensive new two-volume work provides the reader with a detailed insight into the use of the finite element method in geotechnical engineering. As specialist knowledge required to perform geotechnical finite element analysis is not normally part of a single engineering degree course, this lucid work will prove invaluable. It brings together essential information presented in a manner understandable to most engineers. Volume 1 presents the theory, assumptions and approximations involved in finite element analysis while Volume 2 concentrates on its practical applications to real geotechnical problems. The theory explored in the first volume is referred to in the case studies of the second volume to provide a holistic impression of finite element analysis as it is applied in geotechncial engineering. Using practical examples, the second volume illustrates the restrictions, pitfalls, advantages and disadvantages of numerical analysis. The authors examine popular constitutive models, numerical techniques and case studies. Together, both volumes aim to provide the reader with sufficient knowledge to judge the credibility of the numerical results that the reader may obtain, or review, in the future. Finite element analysis in geotechnical engineering: theory and application will be essential reading for practising geotechnical and structural engineers and researchers, particularly users of commercial finite element software, both in industry and in academia. Students performing project work at undergraduate and postgraduate level will also find this book invaluable.

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Author:   David M Potts ,  Lidija Zdravkovic
Publisher:   Emerald Publishing Limited
Imprint:   Thomas Telford Ltd
Dimensions:   Width: 15.60cm , Height: 6.00cm , Length: 23.40cm
Weight:   1.596kg
ISBN:  

9780727728128

ISBN 10:   0727728121
Pages:   500
Publication Date:   01 May 2001
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Finite element analysis in geotechnical engineering, Volume 1: Theory Geotechnical analysis Finite element theory for linear materials Geotechnical considerations Real soil behaviour Elastic constitutive models Elasto-plastic behaviour Simple elasto-plastic constitutive models Advanced constitutive models Finite element theory for non-linear materials Seepage and consolidation 3D finite element analysis Fourier series aided finite element method (FSAFEM) References Finite element analysis in geotechnical engineering, Volume 2: Application Obtaining geotechnical parameters Tunnels Earth retaining structures Cut slopes Embankments Shallow foundations Deep foundations Benchmarking Restrictions and pitfalls References

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