Advanced Design of Pile Foundations Under Lateral Loading 1st Edition

Capture the confidence to tackle the toughest foundation challenges with Advanced Design of Pile Foundations Under Lateral Loading, 1st Edition by Wei Dong Guo. This authoritative volume draws you in with clear explanations and a modern perspective on lateral pile behavior—essential reading for practicing geotechnical and foundation engineers.

Inside, the book unpacks advanced mechanics, analytical and numerical modeling, and practical design strategies for piles subject to lateral loads from wind, waves, earthquakes, and surcharge. Richly detailed yet approachable, it bridges theory and practice with worked examples, design charts, and field-based insights that make complex concepts usable on real projects. Emphasis is placed on stability, serviceability, and performance prediction for onshore and offshore structures alike.

Engineered to help you produce safer, more economical foundations, this text elevates your design workflow. Learn to evaluate soil–structure interaction, select appropriate pile types and group configurations, and apply contemporary solution techniques that reflect modern construction and regulatory environments. Whether you’re designing foundations for coastal installations, urban infrastructure, or seismic regions, the guidance is directly applicable to projects across Asia, Europe, North America and beyond.

Perfect for senior undergraduates, graduate students, consulting engineers and site specialists, Wei Dong Guo’s book provides the practical know-how to reduce uncertainty and optimize designs. If you need a comprehensive, dependable reference for lateral pile design that balances rigorous analysis with real-world applicability, this is the resource to add to your library.

Order your copy today and bring advanced lateral pile design expertise to your next foundation project.

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