An Introduction to Basic Considerations for Foundations Design in the Arctic

By J. Paul Guyer

This publication provides introductory technical guidance for civil engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in design of foundations for buildings and other infrastructure in arctic and subarctic conditions. Here is what is discussed:1. THERMAL EFFECTS2. SEASONAL FROST HEAVE AND SETTLEMENT3. GROUNDWATER4. EFFECT OF SURCHARGE5. FOUNDATION MATERIALS6. STRUCTURAL MATERIALS.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1980501718
• ISBN13: 9781980501718
• Release Date: March 2018
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"