soil mechanics

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toprak mekaniği
zemin mekaniği
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The application of mechanics (especially fluid mechanics) to soils, especially as a basis for the design and construction of building foundations and earthworks
Study of soils and their utilization, especially in planning foundations for structures and highways. How the soil of a given site will support the weight of structures or respond to movement in the course of construction depends on a number of properties (e.g., compressibility, elasticity, and permeability). Examination techniques include trench-digging, boring, and pumping samples to the surface with water. Seismic testing and measurement of electrical resistance also yield helpful information. In road construction, soil mechanics helps determine which type of pavement (rigid or flexible) will last longer. The study of soil characteristics is also used to choose the most suitable method for excavating underground tunnels. See also foundation, settling
soil mechanics and engineering
The sub-disciplines of engineering and soil science that apply engineering principles to problems involving the soil
soil mechanics

    Hyphenation

    soil me·chan·ics

    Turkish pronunciation

    soyl mıkänîks

    Pronunciation

    /ˈsoil məˈkanəks/ /ˈsɔɪl məˈkænɪks/
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