Soil improvement and ground modification methods / Методы улучшения почвы и модификации грунта

In this chapter, the subject of ground improvement is introduced along with a discussion of the engineering parameters that can be addressed and a brief history of ancient practices. An overview of the objectives of designing a ground improvement plan is provided with a description of how ground improvement methodsmay be implemented into a project.The general categories and objectives of ground improvement techniques are also described. <...>