Engineering Geology of ConstructionThis work covers the spectrum of the activities of the engineering geologist in construction projects. A series of commissioned papers are featured in the book to add balance to the topics covered. These include papers on highway engineering, engineering geology and NATM techniques. A concluding paper exploring in general terms the input engineering geologists should have on construction projects and their future professional development is also included. |
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Examples of ground response to various types of structural | 33 |
Engineering geology of Snebra Ghyll bridge A595T | 59 |
The Bargate Centre Southampton engineering geological | 67 |
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