Offshore Geotechnical Engineering Mark Randolph and Susan Gourvenec’s is an English-language textbook on offshore geotechnical engineering. The book provides a thorough approach focused on the technical aspects within the offshore sector, intended for students and professionals in civil engineering and related disciplines.
This reference work describes the development of geotechnical engineering in offshore applications, distinguishing it from onshore practice. It covers the marine environment, offshore geotechnical investigations, and interpretation of soil behavior. It then addresses the geotechnical design principles of pile foundations, shallow foundations, and ground anchoring. In addition, it offers multidisciplinary insights into the construction of mobile drilling rigs, pipelines, and the management of geohazards. This enables the textbook to support a systematic approach to offshore projects.
This title aligns with fields such as civil engineering, surveying, and building science and is used as study and reference material in technical education and the offshore industry.