Rock Mechanics: An Introduction Contributor(s): Sivakugan, Nagaratnam (Author), Shukla, Sanjay Kumar (Author), Das, Braja M. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0415809231 ISBN-13: 9780415809238 Publisher: CRC Press OUR PRICE: $109.25 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: January 2013 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Civil - Soil & Rock |
Dewey: 624.151 |
LCCN: 2012032578 |
Physical Information: 0.8" H x 6.1" W x 9.1" (1.10 lbs) 254 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Rock mechanics is a multidisciplinary subject combining geology, geophysics, and engineering and applying the principles of mechanics to study the engineering behavior of the rock mass. With wide application, a solid grasp of this topic is invaluable to anyone studying or working in civil, mining, petroleum, and geological engineering. Rock Mechanics: An Introduction presents the fundamental principles of rock mechanics in a clear, easy-to-comprehend manner for readers with little or no background in this field. The text includes a brief introduction to geology and covers stereographic projections, laboratory testing, strength and deformation of rock masses, slope stability, foundations, and more. The authors--academics who have written several books in geotechnical engineering--have used their extensive teaching experience to create this accessible textbook. They present complex material in a lucid and simple way with numerical examples to illustrate the concepts, providing an introductory book that can be used as a textbook in civil and geological engineering programs and as a general reference book for professional engineers. |