Khan, Abdus Salam creator Kuwano, Jiro Chairperson Surachat Sambhanpharaksa Co-Chairperson Balasubramaniam, A.S. Examination Committee The Royal Government of Netherland Scholarhip Donor text th Bangkok Asian Institute of Technology 1988 monographic eng

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146 p. This thesis deals with soils and foundations of Lahore . The geotechnical data collected through interviews with local engineers, soil investigation reports and published literature has been compiled , analyzed and presented in an integrated and consolidated form. The geology of the area, foundation conditions and engineering characteristics of sub soils related to foundation design and analysis has been described. The main bearing soil deposit consists of Silty Sand / Fine Sand for which author performed some directs hear and triaxial tests, the results of which are also included . Foundation problems o f the Walled City which are causing distress to the old buildings of historical and cultural values have also been discussed , so that proper remedial measures ca n be adopted . Review of State of the art of soil exploration and foundation design in Lahore has also been presented . A thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Engineering, School of Engineering and Technology Thesis (M.Eng.) - Asian Institute of Technology, 1988 Foundations Pakistan Lahore Asian Institute of Technology. http://203.159.5.9/ait-thesis/detail.php?q=B18674 http://203.159.5.9/ait-thesis/detail.php?q=B18674 010299 20260818114359.0