Engineering geology and geomorphology of glaciated and periglaciated terrains : engineering group working party report

The Engineering Group of the Geological Society Working Party brought together experts in glacial & periglacial geomorphology, Quaternary history, engineering geology & geotechnical engineering to establish best practice when working in former glaciated & periglaciated environments. The...

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Other Authors Griffiths, James S., Dr (Editor), Martin, C. J. (Geologist) (Editor)
Format Electronic eBook
LanguageEnglish
Published London : The Geological Society, 2017.
SeriesGeological Society engineering geology special publication ; no. 28.
Subjects
Engineering geology.
Geomorphology.
Glacial landforms.
Glacial landforms > Great Britain.
Geomorphology > Great Britain.
Geotechnical engineering.
elektronické knihy
electronic books
Online AccessFull text
ISBN9781786203038
1786203030
9781523122059
1523122056
9781786203021
1786203022
Physical Description1 online resource (xviiii, 953 pages) : illustrations

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Table of Contents:
  • Introduction to engineering geology and geomorphology of glaciated and periglatiated terrains
  • The Quaternary
  • Geomorphological framework: glacial and periglacial sediments, structures and landforms
  • Conceptual glacial ground models: British and Irish case studies
  • Periglacial and permafrost ground models for Great Britain
  • Material properties and geohazards
  • Engineering investigation and assessment
  • Design and construction considerations
  • Conclusions and illustrative case studies.

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