Elasticity and Geomechanics

by R. O. Davis, A. P. S. Selvadurai

Overview

This book concisely examines the use of elasticity in solving geotechnical engineering problems. In a highly illustrated and user-friendly format, it provides a thorough grounding in the linear theory of elasticity and an understanding of the applications. The first two chapters present a basic framework of the theory of elasticity and describe test procedures for the determination of elastic parameters for soils. Chapters 3 and 4 present the fundamental solutions of Boussinesque, Kelvin, and Mindlin, and use these to formulate solutions to problems of practical interest in geotechnical engineering. The book concludes with a sequence of appendices designed to provide the interested student with details of elasticity theory that are peripheral to the main text. Each chapter concludes with a set of questions for the student to answer. The book is appropriate for upper level students in civil engineering and engineering geology.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780521498272
Publisher:	Cambridge University Press
Publication date:	04/26/1996
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	216
Product dimensions:	5.98(w) x 9.02(h) x 0.51(d)

Table of Contents

1. Some ideas from the theory of elasticity; 2. The elastic constants; 3. Fundamental solutions; 4. Applications of fundamental solutions; Appendices.

Editorial Reviews

"...this reviewer liked Elasticity and Geomechanics. The writing style is informal and reads easily....If an instructor is looking for a book on basic elasticity with a geomaterial focus, this reviewer would encourage that instructor to look at this work; he or she might be pleasantly surprised." E.B. Pitman, Applied Mechanics Reviews

"...a valuable guide....Overall, a pleasantly readable book. Highly recommended...." Choice

From the Publisher

A textbook for an upper-level undergraduate course for civil engineering or engineering geology students on how to use elasticity in solving geotechnical engineering problems. Provides a basic framework for elasticity theory, describes test procedures for determining the elastic parameters of soils, presents solutions for the major classic problems, and suggests how those solutions can be applied to specific situations. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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