Vacuum preloading techniques - recent developments and applications

Jian Chu*, Shuwang Yan, Buddhima Indraranata

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Abstract

In this paper, an overview on the mechanisms, techniques and applications of the vacuum preloading method are presented. Some recent developments in the vacuum preloading techniques, including the use of new materials, the expansion of the method, and new analysis or numerical modeling methods are briefly summarized. Copyright ASCE 2008.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of session of GeoCongress 2008 - GeoCongress 2008
Subtitle of host publicationGeosustainability and Geohazard Mitigation, GSP 178
Pages586-595
Number of pages10
Edition178
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2008
Externally publishedYes
EventGeoCongress 2008: Geosustainability and Geohazard Mitigation - New Orleans, LA, United States
Duration: Mar 9 2008Mar 12 2008

Publication series

NameGeotechnical Special Publication
Number178
ISSN (Print)0895-0563

Conference

ConferenceGeoCongress 2008: Geosustainability and Geohazard Mitigation
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityNew Orleans, LA
Period3/9/083/12/08

ASJC Scopus Subject Areas

  • Civil and Structural Engineering
  • Architecture
  • Building and Construction
  • Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology

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