Mechanics of Ballasted Rail Tracks: A Geotechnical Perspective
By Buddhima Indraratna, Wadud Salim
* Publisher: Taylor & Francis
* Number Of Pages: 248
* Publication Date: 2005-05-12
* ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0415383293
* ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780415383295
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In this book, the authors discuss testing of ballast, including the strength, deformation and degradation aspects of fresh and recycled ballast under monotonic and cyclic loading. The effectiveness of geosynthetics in stabilising recycled ballast has also been examined. A new stress-strain constitutive model for ballast incorporating particle breakage is presented. Finally, a new range of particle gradations, balancing the strength and permeability requirements, has been proposed for future rail tracks. This book is intended as a reference text for final year civil engineering students and postgraduates, and for practicing railway engineers with the task of modernizing existing designs.
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Overview : As the need to slow climate change becomes increasingly urgent, growing numbers of people are looking to dramatically reduce the carbon footprint of their buildings by using more ecologically sound techniques. Ecohouse provides design information about the latest low-impact materials and technologies, showcasing the newest and best 'green' solutions with international case studies demonstrating sustainable design in action around the world. This edition has been expanded to include advice on powering Ecohouses using renewable energy - including wind, micro hydro and heat pumps - and an introduction to low impact building materials such as lime, earth and hemp. New case studies from across the globe have been added to inspire readers with real life examples of how to make an Ecohouse work. Just reading this book won't save the world from the impact of climate change - but if everyone from governments down to householders followed its advice we might just begin to turn the tide.
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BS 5385-1:2009 Wall and floor tiling. Design and installation of ceramic, natural stone and mosaic wall tiling in normal internal conditions. Code of practice This part of BS 5385 gives recommendations for the design and installation of ceramic, natural stone and mosaic wall tiling in normal internal conditions; a description of tile types can be found in Annex A. It deals with classes and types of background and their suitability to receive tiling using the following fixing methods.
a) Bedding in cementitious adhesives on an intermediate substrate or as a direct bedding method.
b) Bedding in organic-based adhesive (dispersion or reaction resin) on an intermediate substrate or as a direct bedding method.
c) Bedding in cement:sand mortar on rendering or as a direct bedding method.
Natural stone modular tiles as defined in BS EN 12057 are included within the scope of this British Standard, but natural stone slabs (i.e. units with nominal thickness greater than 12 mm thick) are excluded.
Ceramic tile fittings for corners and edges etc., are less readily available than hitherto, and are now excluded from this British Standard. Specially moulded features, for example trims, are also excluded.
Where the tiling installation needs to meet special functional or environmental requirements, or to assist in counteracting potentially detrimental effects on the installation and/or the structure, see BS 5385-4. The special conditions dealt with in BS 5385-4, for example, swimming pools, shower areas, etc., are listed in Annex B. Agglomerated stone tiles and slabs are not included within the scope of this British Standard. Dimensionally similar to natural stone tiles, they possess different physical and chemical characteristics as a result of the various natural stone, mineral and binder constituents from which they are manufactured.
NOTE 1 Agglomerated stone tiles and slabs are natural stone and/or mineral fragments set in a binder subsequently cut to form tiles with a surface that is normally ground and polished to fi nish. Metal, plastic, resin or mirror tiles and glass tiles of similar construction are not included within the scope of this British Standard, as these require different techniques, adhesives etc., to traditional tiles.
NOTE 2 Mirror tiles are tiles manufactured from fl oat or plate glass with an applied backing.
For the purposes of this British Standard “normal conditions” means normal environmental temperatures and humidity. However, it is not to be inferred from this that all recommendations made in this British Standard are unsuitable for more extreme conditions. Manufacturers’ instructions contain limitations of their products.
BS 5385-2:2006 Wall and floor tiling. Design and installation of external ceramic and mosaic wall tiling in normal conditions. Code of practice This part of BS 5385 gives recommendations for the design and installation of external ceramic and mosaic wall tiles in normal climatic conditions in the UK. It deals with the types of backgrounds and their suitability to receive tiling using the following fixing methods:
a) bedding in cementitious or organic adhesives on an intermediate substrate or as a direct bedding method;
b) bedding mosaics in cement:sand mortar on rendering or as a direct bedding method.
NOTE Cement:sand mortar is seldom used as the bed for external wall tiling but, if needed, see BS 5385-1.
BS 5385-3:2007 Wall and floor tiling. Design and installation of internal and external ceramic floor tiles and mosaics in normal conditions. Code of practice
This part of BS 5385 gives recommendations for the design, installation and maintenance of floor tiling using ceramic tiles and mosaics bedded on concrete, cement:sand screeds, timber, asphalt and existing hard floor finishes in normal conditions. For special conditions see BS 5385-4.
The following flooring materials are not included: natural stone (granite, slate, marble, etc.) tiles and slabs of terrazzo, and composition blocks (see BS 5385-5).
Individual floor tiles with a maximum facial surface area greater than 0.72 m2 and with length to width ratio exceeding 2:1, might require special bedding procedures in accordance with advice from tile or adhesive manufacturers.
Tile fittings for use as skirting, step treads and channels are given in Annex A.
NOTE Where the floor tiling installation needs to meet specific functional or environmental requirements, or to assist in counteracting potentially detrimental effects on the installation and/or the structure, see BS 5385-4.
The special conditions described in BS 5385-4, for example, swimming pools, shower areas, etc., are given in Annex B.
Recommendations for the design and laying of levelling screeds are given in Annex C. Reference is made to tiles bedded directly to a concrete base, but for the design and construction of concrete bases see BS 8204-1.
Annex D contains a recommended method for assessing levels and surface regularity and Annex E is an informative annex providing guidance on the reduction of slip hazards.
BS 5385-4:2009 Wall and floor tiling. Design and installation of ceramic and mosaic tiling in special conditions. Code of practice
This part of BS 5385 gives recommendations for the design considerations and installation of ceramic wall and floor tiling and mosaics in situations where there are special functional or environmental requirements and/or conditions that are potentially detrimental to either the installation or the background or both.
Recommendations are given for the choice of materials, application practices and, where appropriate, for the design of backgrounds and structural bases.
This part of BS 5385 augments the recommendations given in BS 5385‑1, BS 5385-2 and BS 5385-3.
NOTE BS 5385-1, BS 5385-2 and BS 5385-3 give recommendations for internal and external, wall and floor tiling and mosaics for; exchanging information, time schedules, suitable materials, tile backgrounds and bases and their preparation, cement:sand rendering, movement joints, bedding methods for tiles and mosaics, grouting, protection, cleaning and maintenance.
BS 5385-5:2009 Wall and floor tiling. Design and installation of terazzo, natural stone and agglomerated stone tile and slab flooring. Code of practice
This part of BS 5385 gives recommendations for the design and installation of terrazzo tile and slab and natural stone internal and external floorings, and contains recommendations covering the laying of agglomerated stone, a cast manufactured item containing natural stone that is subsequently sawn to size.
The types of bedding methods that can be used and their suitability are given; as well as recommendations for the protection, cleaning and maintenance of the finished floor surface.
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The Building Regulations 2000, Approved Document H
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Water and waste management covers the design, building and operation of plants for water treatment and supply, sewerage, wastewater treatment and disposal, and solid waste treatment and disposal.
Since the last edition in 2002 there has been an increasing importance on the issues reflecting climate change. This is particularly important when the result of this change must be 'managed' and 'controlled' to maintain an amenity such as water supply. This new edition includes many new entries on the topics of stormwater management and flood management, as well as the new EU Directives that cover this field.
With over 7000 terms, this dictionary encompasses the most recent terminology on water and waste management. It is a handy reference for consultants, contractors and professional engineers as well as academics and students who need a quick definition to technical terms.
* Provides a handy reference for consultants, contractors and professional engineers as well as academics and students who need a quick definition to technical terms.
*References US, UK and European standards, legislation and spelling providing a global relevance
*Offers detailed coverage of the terminology of Stormwater management and flood management not found elsewhere
Product detail
Imprint: Butterworth-Heinemann
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Release date: August 2005
First published: October 2005
Authors: P.G. Smith
Dimensions: 216 x 138 x 26mm (L x W x H)
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 480
Edition: 2nd Revised edition
ISBN-10: 0750665254
ISBN-13: 978-0750665254
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Step-by-Step Procedures, Sample Solutions, and Commentary
2nd ed. - by Boyd C Ringo and Robert B Anderson
Product Description
This comprehensive book will help you select the most cost-effective approach to achieve high-performance concrete floors. Discusses a variety of slab types and different loading and support conditions. The 2nd edition includes new chapters on The Hybrid Post-tensioned Slab and Troubleshooting, plus expanded commentaries and details. Contain step-by-step procedures and all the charts, tables, and equations needed to apply them.
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Applications of Computational mechanics in Geotechnical Engineering
PROCEEDINGS OF THE 5TH INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOP ON APPLICATIONS OF
COMPUTATIONAL MECHANICS IN GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING
GUIMARÃES / PORTUGAL / 1–4 APRIL 2007
The Workshop provided an excellent opportunity to hold high level discussions and to define novel approaches for the solution of relevant engineering problems. The meeting attracted researchers, academics, students, software developers, and professionals of all areas of Geotechnics. During the event the following topics were addressed: Constitutive models, Computational models, Artificial intelligence, Underground structures, Soil and rock excavations,Foundation,s Ground reinforcement, Environmental geotechnics, Oil geomechanics, Embankments and rail track for high speed trains.
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