Author: J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A.
Publisher: Guyer Partners
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 72
Book Description
Introductory technical guidance for civil and geotechnical engineers interested in freeze/thaw conditions in soil. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL 2. DEFINITIONS AND THERMAL PROPERTIES 3. ONE-DIMENSIONAL LINEAR AND PERIODIC HEAT FLOW 4. ABBREVIATIONS 5. BIBLIOGRAPHY.
An Introduction to Freeze/Thaw in Soils: One Dimensional Linear Heat Flow
Author: J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A.
Publisher: Guyer Partners
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 72
Book Description
Introductory technical guidance for civil and geotechnical engineers interested in freeze/thaw conditions in soil. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL 2. DEFINITIONS AND THERMAL PROPERTIES 3. ONE-DIMENSIONAL LINEAR AND PERIODIC HEAT FLOW 4. ABBREVIATIONS 5. BIBLIOGRAPHY.
Publisher: Guyer Partners
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 72
Book Description
Introductory technical guidance for civil and geotechnical engineers interested in freeze/thaw conditions in soil. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL 2. DEFINITIONS AND THERMAL PROPERTIES 3. ONE-DIMENSIONAL LINEAR AND PERIODIC HEAT FLOW 4. ABBREVIATIONS 5. BIBLIOGRAPHY.
An Introduction to Freeze/Thaw in Soils for Professional Engineers
Author: J. Paul Guyer
Publisher: Guyer Partners
ISBN:
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 79
Book Description
Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, geotechnical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in freeze/thaw conditions in soil in cold regions. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL, 2. DEFINITIONS AND THERMAL PROPERTIES, 3. ONE-DIMENSIONAL LINEAR AND PERIODIC HEAT FLOW, 4. ABBREVIATIONS, 5. BIBLIOGRAPHY.
Publisher: Guyer Partners
ISBN:
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 79
Book Description
Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, geotechnical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in freeze/thaw conditions in soil in cold regions. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL, 2. DEFINITIONS AND THERMAL PROPERTIES, 3. ONE-DIMENSIONAL LINEAR AND PERIODIC HEAT FLOW, 4. ABBREVIATIONS, 5. BIBLIOGRAPHY.
An Introduction to Two Dimensional Radial Heat Flow in Freeze/Thaw Soil Conditions
Author: J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A.
Publisher: Guyer Partners
ISBN:
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 59
Book Description
Introductory technical guidance for civil and geotechnical engineers interested in design for facilities and infrastructure in freeze-thaw soil conditions. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL 2. DEFINITIONS AND THERMAL PROPERTIES 3. TWO-DIMENSIONAL RADIAL HEAT FLOW 4. ABBREVIATIONS.
Publisher: Guyer Partners
ISBN:
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 59
Book Description
Introductory technical guidance for civil and geotechnical engineers interested in design for facilities and infrastructure in freeze-thaw soil conditions. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL 2. DEFINITIONS AND THERMAL PROPERTIES 3. TWO-DIMENSIONAL RADIAL HEAT FLOW 4. ABBREVIATIONS.
Frost Action in Soils
Author: Sally A. Shoop
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780784415085
Category : Frost heaving
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
Frost Action in Soils: Fundamentals and Mitigation in a Changing Climate reviews and updates the state of knowledge on frost-action fundamentals, the impact of climate change, and mitigation of frost action on pavements and other structures.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780784415085
Category : Frost heaving
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
Frost Action in Soils: Fundamentals and Mitigation in a Changing Climate reviews and updates the state of knowledge on frost-action fundamentals, the impact of climate change, and mitigation of frost action on pavements and other structures.
An Introduction to Frozen Ground Engineering
Author: Orlando B. Andersland
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1475722907
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 363
Book Description
Frozen Ground Engineering first introduces the reader to the frozen environment and the behavior of frozen soil as an engineering material. In subsequent chapters this information is used in the analysis and design of ground support systems, foundations, and embankments. These and other topics make this book suitable for use by civil engineering students in a one-semester course on frozen ground engineering at the senior or first-year-graduate level. Students are assumed to have a working knowledge of undergraduate mechanics (statics and mechanics of materials) and geotechnical engineering (usual two-course sequence). A knowledge of basic geology would be helpful but is not essential. This book will also be useful to advanced students in other disciplines and to engineers who desire an introduction to frozen ground engineering or references to selected technical publications in the field. BACKGROUND Frozen ground engineering has developed rapidly in the past several decades under the pressure of necessity. As practical problems involving frozen soils broadened in scope, the inadequacy of earlier methods for coping became increasingly apparent. The application of ground freezing to geotechnical projects throughout the world continues to grow as significant advances have been made in ground freezing technology. Freezing is a useful and versatile technique for temporary earth support, groundwater control in difficult soil or rock strata, and the formation of subsurface containment barriers suitable for use in groundwater remediation projects.
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1475722907
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 363
Book Description
Frozen Ground Engineering first introduces the reader to the frozen environment and the behavior of frozen soil as an engineering material. In subsequent chapters this information is used in the analysis and design of ground support systems, foundations, and embankments. These and other topics make this book suitable for use by civil engineering students in a one-semester course on frozen ground engineering at the senior or first-year-graduate level. Students are assumed to have a working knowledge of undergraduate mechanics (statics and mechanics of materials) and geotechnical engineering (usual two-course sequence). A knowledge of basic geology would be helpful but is not essential. This book will also be useful to advanced students in other disciplines and to engineers who desire an introduction to frozen ground engineering or references to selected technical publications in the field. BACKGROUND Frozen ground engineering has developed rapidly in the past several decades under the pressure of necessity. As practical problems involving frozen soils broadened in scope, the inadequacy of earlier methods for coping became increasingly apparent. The application of ground freezing to geotechnical projects throughout the world continues to grow as significant advances have been made in ground freezing technology. Freezing is a useful and versatile technique for temporary earth support, groundwater control in difficult soil or rock strata, and the formation of subsurface containment barriers suitable for use in groundwater remediation projects.
Methods in Ecosystem Science
Author: Osvaldo E. Sala
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1461212243
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 441
Book Description
Ecology at the ecosystem level has both necessitated and benefited from new methods and technologies as well as those adapted from other disciplines. With the ascendancy of ecosystem science and management, the need has arisen for a comprehensive treatment of techniques used in this rapidly-growing field. Methods in Ecosystem Science answers that need by synthesizing the advantages, disadvantages and tradeoffs associated with the most commonly used techniques in both aquatic and terrestrial research. The book is divided into sections addressing carbon and energy dynamics, nutrient and water dynamics, manipulative ecosystem experiements and tools to synthesize our understanding of ecosystems. Detailed information about various methods will help researchers choose the most appropriate methods for their particular studies. Prominent scientists discuss how tools from a variety of disciplines can be used in ecosystem science at different scales.
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1461212243
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 441
Book Description
Ecology at the ecosystem level has both necessitated and benefited from new methods and technologies as well as those adapted from other disciplines. With the ascendancy of ecosystem science and management, the need has arisen for a comprehensive treatment of techniques used in this rapidly-growing field. Methods in Ecosystem Science answers that need by synthesizing the advantages, disadvantages and tradeoffs associated with the most commonly used techniques in both aquatic and terrestrial research. The book is divided into sections addressing carbon and energy dynamics, nutrient and water dynamics, manipulative ecosystem experiements and tools to synthesize our understanding of ecosystems. Detailed information about various methods will help researchers choose the most appropriate methods for their particular studies. Prominent scientists discuss how tools from a variety of disciplines can be used in ecosystem science at different scales.
Thawing Permafrost
Author: J. van Huissteden
Publisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 3030313794
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 520
Book Description
This book provides a cross-disciplinary overview of permafrost and the carbon cycle by providing an introduction into the geographical distribution of permafrost, with a focus on the distribution of permafrost and its soil carbon reservoirs. The chapters explain the basic physical properties and processes of permafrost soils: ice, mineral and organic components, and how these interact with climate, vegetation and geomorphological processes. In particular, the book covers the role of the large quantities of ice in many permafrost soils which are crucial to understanding carbon cycle processes. An explanation is given on how permafrost becomes loaded with ice and carbon. Gas hydrates are also introduced. Structures and processes formed by the intense freeze-thaw action in the active layer are considered (e.g. ice wedging, cryoturbation), and the processes that occur as the permafrost thaws, (pond and lake formation, erosion). The book introduces soil carbon accumulation and decomposition mechanisms and how these are modified in a permafrost environment. A separate chapter deals with deep permafrost carbon, gas reservoirs and recently discovered methane emission phenomena from regions such as Northwest Siberia and the Siberian yedoma permafrost.
Publisher: Springer Nature
ISBN: 3030313794
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 520
Book Description
This book provides a cross-disciplinary overview of permafrost and the carbon cycle by providing an introduction into the geographical distribution of permafrost, with a focus on the distribution of permafrost and its soil carbon reservoirs. The chapters explain the basic physical properties and processes of permafrost soils: ice, mineral and organic components, and how these interact with climate, vegetation and geomorphological processes. In particular, the book covers the role of the large quantities of ice in many permafrost soils which are crucial to understanding carbon cycle processes. An explanation is given on how permafrost becomes loaded with ice and carbon. Gas hydrates are also introduced. Structures and processes formed by the intense freeze-thaw action in the active layer are considered (e.g. ice wedging, cryoturbation), and the processes that occur as the permafrost thaws, (pond and lake formation, erosion). The book introduces soil carbon accumulation and decomposition mechanisms and how these are modified in a permafrost environment. A separate chapter deals with deep permafrost carbon, gas reservoirs and recently discovered methane emission phenomena from regions such as Northwest Siberia and the Siberian yedoma permafrost.
Psychrophiles: From Biodiversity to Biotechnology
Author: Rosa Margesin
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319570579
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 685
Book Description
Cold adaptation includes a complex range of structural and functional adaptations at the level of all cellular constituents, and these adaptations render cold-adapted organisms particularly useful for biotechnological applications. This book presents the most recent knowledge of (i) boundary conditions for microbial life in the cold, (ii) microbial diversity in various cold ecosystems, (iii) molecular cold adaptation mechanisms and (iv) the resulting biotechnological perspectives.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319570579
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 685
Book Description
Cold adaptation includes a complex range of structural and functional adaptations at the level of all cellular constituents, and these adaptations render cold-adapted organisms particularly useful for biotechnological applications. This book presents the most recent knowledge of (i) boundary conditions for microbial life in the cold, (ii) microbial diversity in various cold ecosystems, (iii) molecular cold adaptation mechanisms and (iv) the resulting biotechnological perspectives.
Ground Freezing in Practice
Author: John S. Harris
Publisher: Thomas Telford
ISBN: 9780727719959
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 82
Book Description
This book provides an overview of the process of ground freezing, its relationship with other geotechnical methods, and its role as temporary work. It covers many aspects of the art and practice of ground freezing and is an ideal source book for civil and mining engineers and many other ground engineering practitioners.
Publisher: Thomas Telford
ISBN: 9780727719959
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 82
Book Description
This book provides an overview of the process of ground freezing, its relationship with other geotechnical methods, and its role as temporary work. It covers many aspects of the art and practice of ground freezing and is an ideal source book for civil and mining engineers and many other ground engineering practitioners.
Satellite Soil Moisture Retrieval
Author: Prashant K. Srivastava
Publisher: Elsevier
ISBN: 0128033894
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 441
Book Description
Satellite Soil Moisture Retrieval: Techniques and Applications offers readers a better understanding of the scientific underpinnings, development, and application of soil moisture retrieval techniques and their applications for environmental modeling and management, bringing together a collection of recent developments and rigorous applications of soil moisture retrieval techniques from optical and infrared datasets, such as the universal triangle method, vegetation indices based approaches, empirical models, and microwave techniques, particularly by utilizing earth observation datasets such as IRS III, MODIS, Landsat7, Landsat8, SMOS, AMSR-e, AMSR2 and the upcoming SMAP. Through its coverage of a wide variety of soil moisture retrieval applications, including drought, flood, irrigation scheduling, weather forecasting, climate change, precipitation forecasting, and several others, this is the first book to promote synergistic and multidisciplinary activities among scientists and users working in the hydrometeorological sciences. - Demystifies soil moisture retrieval and prediction - Links soil moisture retrieval techniques with new satellite missions for earth and environmental science oriented problems - Written to be accessible to a wider range of professionals with a common interest in geo-spatial techniques, remote sensing, sustainable water resource development, and earth and environmental issues
Publisher: Elsevier
ISBN: 0128033894
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 441
Book Description
Satellite Soil Moisture Retrieval: Techniques and Applications offers readers a better understanding of the scientific underpinnings, development, and application of soil moisture retrieval techniques and their applications for environmental modeling and management, bringing together a collection of recent developments and rigorous applications of soil moisture retrieval techniques from optical and infrared datasets, such as the universal triangle method, vegetation indices based approaches, empirical models, and microwave techniques, particularly by utilizing earth observation datasets such as IRS III, MODIS, Landsat7, Landsat8, SMOS, AMSR-e, AMSR2 and the upcoming SMAP. Through its coverage of a wide variety of soil moisture retrieval applications, including drought, flood, irrigation scheduling, weather forecasting, climate change, precipitation forecasting, and several others, this is the first book to promote synergistic and multidisciplinary activities among scientists and users working in the hydrometeorological sciences. - Demystifies soil moisture retrieval and prediction - Links soil moisture retrieval techniques with new satellite missions for earth and environmental science oriented problems - Written to be accessible to a wider range of professionals with a common interest in geo-spatial techniques, remote sensing, sustainable water resource development, and earth and environmental issues