An Introduction to Cold Regions Engineering


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Introductory technical guidance for civil, mechanical and electrical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in cold regions engineering. Here is what is discussed: 1. FOUNDATIONS IN REGIONS OF SIGNIFICANT FROST PENETRATION 2. PAVEMENT DESIGN IN SEASONAL FROST CONDITIONS 3. ROAD DESIGN FOR COLD REGIONS 4. UTILIDORS 5. WASTEWATER COLLECTION AND TREATMENT 6. WATER DISTRIBUTION.




Cold Regions Engineering


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Cold Regions Engineering


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Conference papers dealing with engineering problems encountered in cold-region. Sessions were: foundations, transportation, ice movement, work pads/snow roads, drill pads, geotechnical/instrumentation, gravel islands, structures, research/permafrost detection, Eklutna water project, wastewater treatment, hydrotechnical, environmental/utilities, mining/landfills, ice, insulation, hydrotechnical/regulations.




Introduction to Cold Regions Engineering


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Intended to introduce the special principles and practices needed for successful design and construction in cold environments, this comprehensive text examines the adaptation of engineering specialties and disciplines to the particular requirements caused by freezing temperatures. Each chapter includes a section of "First Principles" providing fundamental analysis of cold regions problems. Soil mechanics, hydraulics, thermodynamics, and heat flow are covered in detail.







Progress in Landslide Research and Technology, Volume 2 Issue 2, 2023


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This open access book provides an overview of the progress in landslide research and technology and is part of a book series of the International Consortium on Landslides (ICL). The book provides a common platform for the publication of recent progress in landslide research and technology for practical applications and the benefit for the society contributing to the Kyoto Landslide Commitment 2020, which is expected to continue up to 2030 and even beyond to globally promote the understanding and reduction of landslide disaster risk, as well as to address the 2030 Agenda Sustainable Development Goals.







Handbook of Engineering Hydrology (Three-Volume Set)


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While most books examine only the classical aspects of hydrology, this three-volume set covers multiple aspects of hydrology, and includes contributions from experts from more than 30 countries. It examines new approaches, addresses growing concerns about hydrological and ecological connectivity, and considers the worldwide impact of climate change







Biotechnological Applications of Cold-Adapted Organisms


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How can industry profit from the biochemical tricks of cold-adapted organisms? This book covers a range of aspects in this fascinating field, from genetic tools to environmental biotechnology.