Essays about: "retaining structures"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 25 essays containing the words retaining structures.

  1. 21. 3D-Effects in Total Stability Evaluations

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Geoteknik

    Author : Anton Karlsson; Stefan Wellershaus; [2014]
    Keywords : Slope stabilization; geotechnical engineering; total stability; 3D-effects; factor of safety; Plaxis; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : This master’s dissertation has been performed in cooperation with Tyréns and the Dept. of Construction Sciences, LTH. READ MORE

  3. 22. Analysis of deep excavations using the mobilized strength design(MSD) method

    University essay from KTH/Jord- och bergmekanik

    Author : William Bjureland; [2013]
    Keywords : eurocode; matlab code; mathcad; excavations; MSD method; mobilised strength design;

    Abstract : The population in Sweden and around the world is increasing. When population increases, cities become more densely populated and a demand for investments in housing and infrastructure is created. The investments needed are usually large in size and the projects resulting from the investments are often of a complex nature. READ MORE

  4. 23. FE analysis of interlocking C3C solid concrete blocks without casting

    University essay from Institutionen för teknik, TEK

    Author : Emina Deumic; Damir Sadic; [2011]
    Keywords : Concrete blocks; Retaining wall; Temporary construction; Overturning; Finite Element Model; Betongblock; Stödmur; Tillfälliga konstruktioner; Vältning; Finita Element Modell;

    Abstract : Solid concrete Lego blocks can be used as temporary retaining wall systems or as wall separators between different materials such as sand, salt, compost, etc. The advantage of concrete blocks is that you can create temporary constructions. It is easy to move or expand the constructions when no casting is required between the blocks. READ MORE

  5. 24. Retaining Talent in Knowledge Intensive Organizations

    University essay from Ekonomiska institutionen

    Author : David Gerges; Magnus Sonander; [2004]
    Keywords : Business and economics; Knowledge Intensive Organizations; Knowledge Workers; Identity; Retention; Voluntary Employee Turnover; AstraZeneca; Ekonomi;

    Abstract : Background: Recruitment and development of employees is a large burden for companies in most industries. Because of this, there is a clear organizational imperative to attract and retain knowledge workers since these constitute an important resource, especially for knowledge intensive organizations. READ MORE

  6. 25. Restoration of forests in boreal Sweden : gap analysis and dead wood management at Vitberget, Northern Sweden

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Forest Ecology and Management

    Author : Erik Nordlind; [2001]
    Keywords : forest history; ecologic restoration; dead trees;

    Abstract : Sweden's boreal forest has suffered from radical human caused changes since the beginning of industrialisation. Ecological qualities, such as large trees, dead trees, and deciduous trees, have been removed from the forest. Natural processes, like fire, have been suppressed leading to ecosystem degradation, even in the forest reserves. READ MORE