The manual assists designers carrying out calculations either by hand or using standard geotechnical software, and focuses on the following:
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Ground investigation report
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Geotechnical design report
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Overall stability
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Design of conventional foundations (pads, strips and piles)
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Cantilever or single-propped excavations
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Concept design of specialist technical constructions
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Strength, stability, serviceability and durability
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Characteristic values
Nationally Determined Parameters from the UK National Annex have informed the design formulae presented.