Moving the Earth: The Workbook of Excavation 5th Edition Overview
The first 11 chapters discuss the work itself and the basic ways to do it, the machines and operation techniques, the problems that arise, the application of different types of equipment, and costs and management.
The next 10 chapters focus on the machines themselves and operating techniques. From site preparation to blasting and tunneling, pneumatic drills to the largest power shovels, it covers every step of every kind of excavating project and all the practical aspects of using the machines and vehicles involved.
The 5th edition is being directed to include the latest in equipment and operating techniques and safety methods.
Moving the Earth: The Workbook of Excavation 5th Edition Contents
PREFACE TO FIFTH EDITION
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
INTRODUCTION TO FIRST EDITION
Part 1 - The Work
Chapter 1: Land Clearing and Controls
Chapter 2: Surveys and Measurements
Chapter 3: Rock, Soil, and Mud
Chapter 4: Basements
Chapter 5: Ditching and Dewatering
Chapter 6: Ponds and Earth Dams
Chapter 7: Landscaping and Agricultural Grading
Chapter 8: Roadways
Chapter 9: Blasting and Tunneling
Chapter 10: Pit Operation
Chapter 11: Costs and Management
Part 2 - The Machines
Chapter 12: Basic Information
Chapter 13: Revolving Shovels and Excavators
Chapter 14: Conveyor Machinery
Chapter 15: Tractors and Bulldozers
Chapter 16: Front-End Loaders
Chapter 17: Scrapers
Chapter 18: Trucks
Chapter 19: Grading and Compacting Machinery
Chapter 20: Compressors and Drills
Chapter 21: Auxiliary Equipment
APPENDIX
GLOSSARY
INDEX
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