Earthwork Slips and Subsidences upon Public Works / Their Causes, Prevention, and Reparation

Name: Earthwork Slips and Subsidences upon Public Works / Their Causes, Prevention, and Reparation
Author: John Newman

By John Newman

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A practical engineering manual that examines causes, prevention, and repair of earth slips and subsidences affecting public works and offers concise guidance for those responsible for railways, docks, canals, roads, and embankments. It surveys how different soils and site conditions respond to excavation and deposition, explains water percolation and drainage systems, and addresses slope design, safe loads, consolidation, and treatment of slipped material. Separate sections treat deposition practice, protection of sea and estuary embankments, failure of retaining walls, and foundation movement from upward water pressure, with emphasis on observational experience, precautionary measures, and practical remedies rather than exhaustive theory.

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John Newman

John Newman was an author known for his contributions to the field of civil engineering and public works. His notable works include "Earthwork Slips and Subsidences upon Public Works / Their Causes, Prevention, and Reparation," which addresses the challenges and solutions related to earthwork in construction, and "Scamping Tricks and Odd Knowledge Occasionally Practised upon Public Works," which explores various practices in the industry. Newman's writings reflect a practical understanding of engineering issues and provide valuable insights for professionals in the field.