{"product_id":"structural-engineering-use-case-retaining-wall-design-construction-from-site-evaluation-soil-mechanics-drainage-code-compliance-and-build-out-9798279002658","title":"Structural Engineering Use Case: Retaining Wall Design \u0026 Construction: From Site Evaluation, Soil Mechanics, Drainage, Code Compliance, and Build-Out","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Practicing Engineers Network\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Structural\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRetaining walls are not simple structures. They are engineered systems that integrate soil mechanics, structural design, drainage control, constructability, and long-term performance. When any one of these elements is misunderstood or ignored, failures occur-often years after construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStructural Engineering Use Case: Retaining Wall Design \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/b\u003e presents a complete, real-world engineering workflow for designing and building a retaining wall, using a single, cohesive use case from initial site evaluation through long-term maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRather than treating retaining wall design as a collection of isolated formulas or generic details, this book follows the actual sequence used in professional practice. The reader is guided step by step through site conditions, topography, soil behavior, drainage impacts, wall system selection, structural calculations, construction detailing, inspections, permitting, liability, cost considerations, and long-term monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book includes: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eSite evaluation and topographic analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eApplied soil mechanics and geotechnical investigation\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrainage and groundwater considerations\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eRetaining wall system selection and comparison\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eCode-based structural design using IBC, ASCE 7, and ACI 318\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eLateral earth pressure calculations and stability checks\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eFull structural calculation package\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eConstruction sequencing, inspection checklists, and common mistakes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003ePermit-grade drawing sets and CAD-style details\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eFailure case studies tied to real design and construction errors\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eOwner decision guidance and long-term maintenance considerations\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll calculations, drawings, and details are presented in a professional, permit-style format consistent with engineering practice. While the book is comprehensive, it is not a substitute for licensed professional services. Instead, it is designed to clarify engineering workflow, highlight critical assumptions, and demonstrate how successful retaining wall projects are delivered in the real world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis volume is the first in the \u003cb\u003eStructural Engineering Use Case\u003c\/b\u003e series, which focuses on teaching engineering through complete, end-to-end project examples rather than abstract theory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntended audience: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eStructural and civil engineers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eEngineering students and EITs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eContractors and inspectors\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlan reviewers and building officials\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eProperty owners seeking informed oversight\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you work with retaining walls-or want to understand how they should truly be designed and built-this book provides a clear, practical, and technically grounded reference.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Independently Published","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47593119121559,"sku":"9798279002658","price":1333.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9798279002658.webp?v=1774980673","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/structural-engineering-use-case-retaining-wall-design-construction-from-site-evaluation-soil-mechanics-drainage-code-compliance-and-build-out-9798279002658","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}