This document outlines the engineering aspects of earth retaining structures. It discusses different types of earth retaining structures, their construction methods, materials used, and characteristics. It describes the objectives and outcomes of learning about earth retaining structures, which include understanding their response to external loading and selecting suitable structures based on soil type and environmental constraints. The document also covers analyzing and designing earth retaining structures, including determining loads, checking structural components, and analyzing stability based on failure mechanisms.
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