Engineering in chalk
Lord, J. A.
Engineering in chalk - London CIRIA 2002 - 350p. ill. 30cm. - CIRIA Publication C574 .
This publication provides guidance on engineering in chalk. It describes the chalk's geological setting, its origins and occurrence, and its material and mechanical properties. It then covers chalk in embankments and fills; cuttings, retaining structures and anchorages in chalk; shallow foundations; piled foundations; and site investigations. Glossary, references and various appendices.
086017574X
CHALK
GROUND ENGINEERING
SITE INVESTIGATION
BUILT ENVIRONMENT-BUILDING ELEMENTS-COMPLETE BUILDING ELEMENTS-FOUNDATIONS
620.135
Engineering in chalk - London CIRIA 2002 - 350p. ill. 30cm. - CIRIA Publication C574 .
This publication provides guidance on engineering in chalk. It describes the chalk's geological setting, its origins and occurrence, and its material and mechanical properties. It then covers chalk in embankments and fills; cuttings, retaining structures and anchorages in chalk; shallow foundations; piled foundations; and site investigations. Glossary, references and various appendices.
086017574X
CHALK
GROUND ENGINEERING
SITE INVESTIGATION
BUILT ENVIRONMENT-BUILDING ELEMENTS-COMPLETE BUILDING ELEMENTS-FOUNDATIONS
620.135