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Soil nailing best practice guidance

By: Contributor(s): Language: English Series: CIRIA ; C637Publication details: London CIRIA 2005Description: 286p ill, diagrams, tables 30cmISBN:
  • 0860176371
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • 624.1513 $2 18
Summary: Soil nailing is a technique where either natural ground or fill material is reinforced by the insertion of slender tension-carrying elements called soil nails. This book provides a guide on the routine use of the technique, and covers the design, construction, testing and maintenance of soil-nailed walls and slopes. Based on a detailed review of published literature, consultation with industry experts and practitioners, case studies, and existing codes and standards.
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Soil nailing is a technique where either natural ground or fill material is reinforced by the insertion of slender tension-carrying elements called soil nails. This book provides a guide on the routine use of the technique, and covers the design, construction, testing and maintenance of soil-nailed walls and slopes. Based on a detailed review of published literature, consultation with industry experts and practitioners, case studies, and existing codes and standards.