geotechnical engineer
51Ralph Brazelton Peck — Dr. Ralph Brazelton Peck (June 23, 1912 ndash; February 18, 2008) was an eminent civil engineer specializing in soil mechanics. He died in his sleep on February 17, 2008. He was awarded the National Medal of Science in 1974 for his development of …
52Soil liquefaction — describes the behavior of loose saturated unconsolidated soils, i.e. loose sands, which go from a solid state to have the consistency of a heavy liquid, or reach a liquefied state as a consequence of increasing porewater pressures, and thus… …
53Audio engineering — An audio engineer at an audio console. An audio engineer, also called audio technician, audio technologist or sound technician, is a specialist in a skilled trade that deals with the use of machinery and equipment for the recording, mixing and… …
54Soil mechanics — is a discipline that applies principles of engineering mechanics, e.g. kinematics, dynamics, fluid mechanics, and mechanics of material, to predict the mechanical behavior of soils. Together with Rock mechanics, it is the basis for solving many… …
55Observational method (geotechnics) — In geotechnical engineering, during the construction of earth structures (dams and tunnels, for example) the observational method is a continuous, managed and integrated process of design, construction control, monitoring and review enabling… …
56Dessau (engineering) — Dessau Industry Engineering Construction Services Founded 1957 Headquarters Montreal, Quebec, Canada Key people …
57Engineering — The Watt steam engine, a major driver in the Industrial Revolution, underscores the importance of engineering in modern history. This model is on display at the main building of the ETSIIM in Madrid, Spain. Engineering is the discipline, art,… …
58Mechanical engineering — Mechanical engineers design and build engines and power plants …
59United States Army Corps of Engineers — Infobox Military Unit unit name=U.S. Army Corps of Engineers caption=USACE Logo dates=June 15, 1775 Present country=United States allegiance= branch=United States Army type= role= size= 34,600 civilian and 650 military members command structure=… …
60Telecommunications engineering — Telecommunications engineering, or telecom engineering, is a major field within electronic engineering. The work ranges from basic circuit design to strategic mass developments. A telecommunication engineer is responsible for designing and… …
