Mechanics of Granular Materials: An Introduction [Hardcover]

This textbook compiles reports written by about 35 internationally recognized authorities, and covers a range of interests for geotechnical engineers. Topics include: fundamentals for mechanics of granular materials; continuum theory of granular materials; and discrete element approaches.This textbook compiles reports written by about 35 internationally recognized authorities, and covers a range of interests for geotechnical engineers. Topics include: fundamentals for mechanics of granular materials; continuum theory of granular m...1 Fundamentals for Mechanics of Granular Materials, 2 Continuum Theory of Granular Materials, 3 Discrete Element Approaches, 4 New Findings from Experimental Studies, 5 Rapid Flow of Granular Materials.US? 1999 A.A. Balkema, Rotterdam