Course Details
Subject {L-T-P / C} : CE6131 : Dynamics of Soils and Foundations { 3-0-0 / 3}
Subject Nature : Theory
Coordinator : Dr. Adyasha Swayamsiddha Amanta
Syllabus
Vibration of elementary systems, Analysis of systems with Single degree and multi-degree of freedom Natural frequencies of continuous systems Elastic Constants of soil and their experimental determination Effect of vibration on soil properties Bearing capacity of dynamically loaded foundations Principles of Machine foundation design, Experimental and analytical determination of design parameters Design of foundations for turbines, vertical and horizontal reciprocating engines, forge hammers, Effect of machine foundation on adjoining structures, vibration isolation.
Course Objectives
- Able to apply engineering knowledge
- Problem analysis skill will be enhanced
- Design/development of solutions for complex engineering problems
- Able to carry out investigations of complex problems
Course Outcomes
1. Learn different dynamic problems related to Geotechnical Engineering. <br />2. Understand the single degree and multi-degree of freedom systems <br />3. Apply the principles of the design of Machine foundation.
Essential Reading
- S. Saran, Soil Dynamics and Machine Foundations,, Galgotia Publications Private Ltd. , New Delhi
- N. S. V. Kameswara Rao, Vibration Analysis and Foundation Dynamics,, Wiley , New Delhi
Supplementary Reading
- B M Das, Principles of Soil Dynamics, cengage India Private Ltd. , New Delhi
- K.G. Bhatia, Foundations For Industrial Machines, D-CAD Publishers , New Delhi