Sound Geotechnical Research to Practice

A Geotechnical Special Publication (GSP) Honoring the Contributions of Robert D. Holtz

In cooperation with the ASCE Seattle Section Geotechnical Group and Sponsored by the Geo-Institute of ASCE

Sound Geotechnical Research to Practice, Geotechnical Special Publication No. 230, honors Robert D. Holtz II, Ph.D., P.E., D. GE, Dist.M.ASCE, for his contributions to the geotechnical engineering profession in the areas of soft ground construction, reinforced soils, and fundamental soil behavior. In addition, Dr. Holtz has furthered education in engineering nationally and internationally and has made a significant impact building connections between industry and the academic community in the Puget Sound region of Washington. This collection contains 39 papers that concentrate on applied geotechnical engineering research and practice in geosynthetics, laboratory testing, ground improvement, and reinforced soil walls, slopes, and embankments. Seventeen papers are reprints of works authored or co-authored by Dr. Holtz, and 22 invited papers were contributed by colleagues from around the world.

Edited by:
Armin W. Stuedlein, PhD, PE, and Barry R. Christopher, PhD, PE

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