Slope Stability and Stabilization Methods

A major revision of the comprehensive text/reference Written by world-leading geotechnical engineers who share almost100 years of combined experience, Slope Stability andStabilization, Second Edition assembles the background information, theory, analytical methods, design and construction approaches, andpractical examples necessary to carry out a complete slopestability project. Retaining the best features of the previous edition, this newbook has been completely updated to address the latest trends andmethodology in the field. Features include: All-new chapters on shallow failures and stability of landfillslopes New material on probabilistic stability analysis, cost analysisof stabilization alternatives, and state-of-the-art techniques intime-domain reflectometry to help engineers plan and model newdesigns Tested and FHA-approved procedures for the geotechnical stageof highway, tunnel, and bridge projects Sound guidance for geotechnical stage design and planning forvirtually all types of construction projects Slope Stability and Stabilization , Second Edition isfilled with current and comprehensive information, making it one ofthe best resources available on the subject-and an essentialreference for today's and tomorrow's professionals in geology, geotechnical engineering, soil science, and landscapearchitecture.