{"product_id":"9780784403228","title":"Instrumentation of Embankment Dams and Levees","description":"\u003cp\u003eTechnical Engineering and Design Guides, as adapted from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, No. 26.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether analyzing data to determine the competency of a sensor, planning a new system for a rehabilitation project, or selecting a sensor for retrofitting a system with automation, responsible personnel must take the initiative to observe the conditions that require attention, asssess what action is appropriate, and implement proper solutions. This manual details all aspects of instrumentation of embankment dams and levees, including the traditional geotechnical concepts that must be understood and growing concern regardingrehabilitation, replacement, and maintenance. New initiatives such as automation are covered, as well as features that influence the performance of embankment dams and levees. Information in this manual can be applied to abutments, foundations, and the reservoir rim. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTopics include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ebehavior of embankments and abutments; \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003einstrumentation concepts, objectives, and system design considerations; \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003esummary of measurement methods; \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eautomation considerations; \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003einstallation; \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003edata management, analysis, and reporting; \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003einstrumentation maintenance; and \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003econtinual reassessment for long-term monitoring.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"American Society of Civil Engineers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47007416320240,"sku":"9780784403228","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9780784403228_p0.jpg?v=1763663243","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780784403228","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}