Foundation vibration analysis: a strength-of-materials approach

John P. Wolf, Andrew J. Deeks

218 pages, parution le 06/05/2004

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Foundation vibration problems and dynamic soil-structure interaction are of widespread practical and academic interest. Until recently, the soil has been represented either with crude spring/dashpot models, or with complex numerical models generated using finite element, boundary element or other advanced techniques. This book describes an alternative approach, based on the 'strength-of-materials' approach that has proved so successful in structural analysis. It employs tapered bars and beams, termed cones. This straightforward approach allows the analysis of most sites, and. provides results of engineering accuracy obtained with conceptual clarity and physical insight.

The book provides a complete, self-contained development of the approach and its application to surface and embedded foundations. Computer implementation of the technique is described in detail, and this description is illustrated with simple and concise MATLAB listings. A stand-alone executable program is also provided for the reader who simply wants to make use of the approach. Parametric studies demonstrating the accuracy of the method are detailed. Worked examples are provided, demonstrating application of the technique to practical engineering problems.

The book will be of interest to Geotechnical and Structural professionals, academics, final year undergraduate students and postgraduate students.

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Concepts of the cone models
Initial cone with outward wave propagation
Wave reflection and refraction at a material discontinuity
Foundation embedded in a layered half-space
Evaluation of accuracy
Engineering applications

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Éditeur(s)	Elsevier
Auteur(s)	John P. Wolf, Andrew J. Deeks
Parution	06/05/2004
Nb. de pages	218
Format	17,5 x 25
Couverture	Relié
Poids	547g
Intérieur	Noir et Blanc
EAN13	9780750661645
ISBN13	978-0-7506-6164-5