ABSTRACT

Demanding a thorough knowledge of material behaviour and numerical modelling, site characterisation and in situ test interpretation are no longer just basic empirical recommendations.Giving a critical appraisal of the understanding and assessment of the stress-strain-time and strength characteristics of geomaterials, this book explores new interpre

chapter 1|17 pages

Introduction

chapter 2|58 pages

Standard penetration test (SPT)

chapter 3|75 pages

Piezocone penetration test (CPTU)

chapter 4|24 pages

Vane test

chapter 5|67 pages

Pressuremeter tests

chapter 6|31 pages

Flat dilatometer test (DMT)

chapter 7|17 pages

Design parameters: guidelines