{"title":"David Stapledon","description":"\u003cp\u003eDavid Stapledon's works delve into the specialised realm of engineering, with a particular emphasis on \u003cstrong\u003egeotechnical engineering\u003c\/strong\u003e and dam construction. His books offer detailed insights into the technical challenges and solutions involved in designing and maintaining safe, efficient structures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for professionals and students alike, Stapledon's publications provide a thorough understanding of engineering principles and practices, combining theory with practical application in the field of \u003cem\u003ecivil and structural engineering\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"geotechnical-engineering-of-dams-by-robin-fell-9781138749344","title":"Geotechnical Engineering of Dams","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGeotechnical Engineering of Dams, 2nd edition\u003c\/em\u003e provides a comprehensive text on the geotechnical and geological aspects of the investigations for and the design and construction of new dams, as well as the review and assessment of existing dams. The main emphasis of this work is on embankment dams, but much of the text, particularly those parts related to geology, can be used for concrete gravity and arch dams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll phases of investigation, design, and construction are covered. Detailed descriptions are given from the initial site assessment and site investigation programme through to the preliminary and detailed design phases and, ultimately, the construction phase. The assessment of existing dams, including the analysis of risks posed by those dams, is also discussed. This wholly revised and significantly expanded 2nd edition includes a lengthy new appendix on the assessment of the likelihood of failure of dams by internal erosion and piping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis valuable source on dam engineering incorporates the 200+ years of collective experience of the authors in the subject area. Design methods are presented in combination with their theoretical basis, enabling the reader to develop a proper understanding of the possibilities and limitations of a method. For its practical, well-founded approach, this work can serve as a useful guide for professional dam engineers and engineering geologists and as a textbook for university students.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47605944746220,"sku":"9781138749344","price":353.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781138749344-geotechnical-engineering-of-dams.jpg?v=1778142305"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/david-stapledon.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}