Research Article
Mar 1975
Temporary Excavation in Varved Clay
Authors: Donald J. Murphy, M.ASCE, Robert S. Woolworth, M.ASCE, and G. Wayne Clough, M.ASCEAuthor Affiliations
Publication: Journal of the Geotechnical Engineering Division
Volume 101, Issue 3
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Based on presented analyses, finite element modeling can be a useful and economic design tool, requiring reliable data relative not only to soil characteristics. With regard to soil characteristics, it appears that determinations of moduli based on empirical field evidence are more realistic than those based on conventional laboratory techniques. Finite element modeling provides a rational alternative to empirical means for predicting displacements. It allows for the establishment of displacement limits beyond which some preformulated contingency plan should be implemented. It permits analytical assessment of odd occurrences that might develop or late design changes that might be initiated during construction, e.g. the changeover from anchors to deadman ties at Hartford and the wall wracking at Bowline. Finite element modeling also serves as a natural supplement to instrumentation data.
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Journal of the Geotechnical Engineering Division
Volume 101 • Issue 3 • March 1975
Pages: 279 - 295
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© 1975 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published online: Feb 10, 2021
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Donald J. Murphy, M.ASCE
Partner, Joseph S. Ward and Assocs., Consulting Engrs., San Francisco, Calif
Robert S. Woolworth, M.ASCE
Partner, Joseph S. Ward and Assocs., Consulting Engrs., Caldwell, N.J.
G. Wayne Clough, M.ASCE
Assoc. Prof., Dept. of Civ. Engrg., Stanford Univ., Stanford, Calif
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