Chapter 85 Embedded walls
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Published:2012
Robert Fernie, David Puller, Alec Courts, 2012. "Chapter 85 Embedded walls", ICE manual of geotechnical engineering, Burland John, Chapman Tim, Skinner Hilary, Brown Michael
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This chapter considers the various forms of embedded wall and in particular focuses upon the selection of and construction issues associated with the different types. It considers the economics of different wall types and gives guidance on issues such as adjacent structures, groundwater, temporary works ground conditions and construction methods. Systems covered include steel piled walls, concrete piled walls and diaphragm walling.
CONTENTS
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Introduction 1271
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Diaphragm walls 1271
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Secant pile walls 1276
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Contiguous pile walls 1280
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Sheet pile walls 1280
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Combi steel walls 1284
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Soldier pile walls (king post or Berlin walling) 1285
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Other wall types 1287
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References 1288
