The document discusses how geotechnical engineering has evolved from early experimental approaches to a more sophisticated subject requiring thorough knowledge of material behavior and numerical modeling. While engineering judgment and experience remain important, the field's analytical and numerical understanding has matured allowing for a coherent account of soil mechanics theory. Developments in in situ testing were long the focus of research and innovation, and are now standard topics in engineering education. However, a single comprehensive textbook compiling technical information and theory for professionals to apply sound judgment in soil characterization has yet to be published.
The document discusses how geotechnical engineering has evolved from early experimental approaches to a more sophisticated subject requiring thorough knowledge of material behavior and numerical modeling. While engineering judgment and experience remain important, the field's analytical and numerical understanding has matured allowing for a coherent account of soil mechanics theory. Developments in in situ testing were long the focus of research and innovation, and are now standard topics in engineering education. However, a single comprehensive textbook compiling technical information and theory for professionals to apply sound judgment in soil characterization has yet to be published.
The document discusses how geotechnical engineering has evolved from early experimental approaches to a more sophisticated subject requiring thorough knowledge of material behavior and numerical modeling. While engineering judgment and experience remain important, the field's analytical and numerical understanding has matured allowing for a coherent account of soil mechanics theory. Developments in in situ testing were long the focus of research and innovation, and are now standard topics in engineering education. However, a single comprehensive textbook compiling technical information and theory for professionals to apply sound judgment in soil characterization has yet to be published.
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