Railway Geotechnics

Illustrated with case studies that emphasize the geotechnical aspects of railway engineering, this reference covers track, track substructure, load environment, materials, mechanics, design, construction, measurements, and management. It discusses these topics from a historical perspective, and presents the methodologies and best practices devel

Links Geotechnics with Railway Track Engineering and Railway Operation

Good railway track and railway operations depend on good geotechnics, in several different ways and at varying levels.

Railway Geotechnics

covers track, track substructure, load environment, materials, mechanics, design, construction, measurements, and management. Illustrated by case studies, with an emphasis on the geotechnical aspects of railway engineering, it discusses these topics from a historical perspective. It also presents the methodologies and best practices developed over the past 20 years.

Written by Four Experienced Professionals

This book:

Emphasizes the practical aspects and best practices for railway track and substructure
Contains guidelines for design, construction, and maintenance of railway track and substructure
Provides many examples and case studies

Railway Geotechnics

is written primarily for professionals and graduate students, and begins with the fundamentals and basic principles, leading in to practical applications. The authors bring considerable experience and expertise, with many years of research and development, academia, railway operations, and consulting.

Links Geotechnics with Railway Track Engineering and Railway Operation

Good railway track and railway operations depend on good geotechnics, in several different ways and at varying levels.

Railway Geotechnics

Written by Four Experienced Professionals

This book:

Emphasizes the practical aspects and best practices for railway track and substructure
Contains guidelines for design, construction, and maintenance of railway track and substructure
Provides many examples and case studies