Geotechnical Engineering of Hard Soils - Soft Rocks: Proceedings of an International Symposium under the auspices of the ISSMFE, Athens, Greece, 20-23 September 1993 1993
Presents results from research work concerning the geological background, the properties and the behaviour of soft rocks, as well as experiences from design and construction of engineering works. Geological features, investigation & classification; Mechanical properties & behaviour; Foundations, excavations & retaining structures; Slope stability & protection; Fills & embankments; Tunnelling & underground openings; Soft rocks in petroleum engineering.