Downloadable publications...
Listed below are those professional publications authored or co-authored by Dr. Horvath that are available in digital form for
downloading in PDF format. Older publications that were issued only in hardcopy are not listed and are not available by any
means, including inter-library loan. Selected publications by others that are relevant to Dr. Horvath's research interests are
also included in this list. All publications are listed in reverse chronological order, i.e. the most recent publication is listed first.
Note that some of these files are quite large so it is not advisable to open any of them directly on-line. Each file of interest
should be downloaded and accessed off-line as this is much faster and more reliable. To download, right click on the desired
file name using your mouse or other pointing device; click on "Save Target As..."; then save the file to your drive and folder
of choice. Once a file is downloaded, it can be viewed on screen or printed out as desired.
A complete list of Dr. Horvath's professional publications can be found in his curriculum vitae. A copy is available on request
for clients and prospective clients only.
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editorial letter re geofoam
Geo-Strata
Discussion of "Numerical Modeling of Geofoam Embankments"
Journal of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering
"A Primer on Cellular Geosynthetics"
The Masterbuilider
"Overview of NCHRP Design Guideline for EPS-Block Geofoam in Slope Stabilization and Repair"
EPS 2011 conference
"Geomaterials Research Project - Manufacturing Quality Issues for Block-Molded Expanded Polystyrene Geofoam"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CEEN/GE-2011-2
"Soil-Structure Interaction Research Project - A Practical Subgrade Model for Improved Soil-Structure Interaction Analysis:
Parameter Assessment"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CEEN/GE-2011-1
"Practical Subgrade Model for Improved Soil-Structure Interaction Analysis: Model Development"
International Journal of Geomechanics
"New Hybrid Subgrade Model for Soil-Structure Interaction Analysis: Foundation and Geosynthetics Applications"
Geo-Frontiers 2011 conference
"Improved Geotechnical Analysis through Better Integration and Dynamic Interaction between Site Characterization and
Analytical Theory"
Geo-Frontiers 2011 conference
"Practical Subgrade Model for Improved Soil-Structure Interaction Analysis: Software Implementation"
Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction
"Preliminary Design Procedure for EPS-Block Geofoam Lightweight Fill in Levees Overlying Soft Ground"
27th Annual Conference - Association of State Dam Safety Officials
[Note: This paper continues and significantly extends work on this topic originally performed and advocated by Dr. Horvath
going back to the 1990s.]
"Lateral Pressure Reduction on Earth-Retaining Structures Using Geofoams: Correcting Some Misunderstandings"
ER2010: Earth Retention Conference 3
"Emerging Trends in Failures Involving EPS-Block Geofoam Fills"
Journal of Performance of Constructed Facilities
"New Structural Model for Multicomponent Pile Cross Sections under Axial Load"
Journal of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering
"A Framework for the Design Guideline for EPS-Block Geofoam in Slope Stabilization and Repair"
Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board
"A Framework for the Design Guideline for EPS-Block Geofoam in Slope Stabilization and Repair"
TRB 89th Annual Meeting
"Numerical Parametric Study of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Geofoam Seismic Buffers"
Canadian Geotechnical Journal
[Note: The research reported in this paper is from an ongoing program of research that is based on both a direct suggestion
as well earlier research by Dr. Horvath into the use of EPS-geofoam as a compressible inclusion.]
"Levee Alternative"
Civil Engineering
"Extended Veletsos-Younan Model for Geofoam Compressible Inclusions Behind Rigid, Non-Yielding Earth-Retaining
Structures"
Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering and Soil Dynamics IV conference
"Seismic Lateral Earth Pressure Reduction on Earth-Retaining Structures Using Geofoams"
Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering and Soil Dynamics IV conference
"Using EPS-Block Geofoam for Levee Rehabilitation and Construction"
GeoCongress 2008 conference
"A Simple Displacement Model for Response Analysis of EPS Geofoam Seismic Buffers"
Soil Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering
[Note: The research reported in this paper is from an ongoing program of research that is based on both a direct suggestion
as well as earlier research by Dr. Horvath into the use of EPS-geofoam as a compressible inclusion.]
"Shaking Table Testing of Geofoam Seismic Buffers"
Soil Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering
[Note: The research reported in this paper is from an ongoing program of research that is based on both a direct suggestion
as well as earlier research by Dr. Horvath into the use of EPS-geofoam as a compressible inclusion.]
"Soil-Structure Interaction of Long Jointless Bridges with Integral Abutments"
Tampere University of Technology - Finland
[Note: The research reported in this doctoral dissertation references original research by Dr. Horvath into the use of geofoam
compressible inclusions with integral-abutment bridges.]
"Expanding the Use of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Geofoam in Practice"
BSCES/ASCE Geo-Institute 2005 Geotechnical Engineering Seminar
"EPS Structures Innovations on Central Artery/Tunnel (CA/T) Project"
BSCES/ASCE Geo-Institute 2005 Geotechnical Engineering Seminar
[Note: Dr. Horvath was the consultant for the work reported in this paper.]
"Integral-Abutment Bridges: Geotechnical Problems and Solutions Using Geosynthetics and Ground Improvement"
IAJB 2005 conference
[Click here to access a copy of the complete conference proceedings.]
"Integrated Site Characterization and Foundation Analysis Research Project - A Technical Note re Effect of Konc Assumption
on Site-Characterization Algorithm for Coarse-Grain Soils"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CGT-2004-2
"Lessons Learned from Failure: EPS Geofoam"
Geotechnical Fabrics Report
"What Have We Learned From and About Geofoam Failures?"
original unedited version of manuscript submitted to Geotechnical Fabrics Report
"Guideline and Recommended Standard for Geofoam Applications in Highway Embankments"
NCHRP Report 529 (abstract of final report for NCHRP Project 24-11(01))
"Geofoam Applications in the Design and Construction of Highway Embankments"
NCHRP Web Document 65 (complete final report for NCHRP Project 24-11(01))
"A New Type of Tapered Steel Pipe Pile for Transportation Applications"
Geo-Trans 2004 conference
"Analysis and Design of EPS-Geofoam Embankments for Seismic Loading"
Geo-Trans 2004 conference
"Cellular Geosynthetics in Transportation Applications"
Geo-Trans 2004 conference
"Geofoam Compressible Inclusions: The New Frontier in Earth Retaining Structures"
Geo-Trans 2004 conference
"Integral-Abutment Bridges: A Complex Soil-Structure Interaction Challenge"
Geo-Trans 2004 conference
"A Half Century of Tapered-Pile Usage at the John F. Kennedy International Airport"
Fifth International Conference on Case Histories in Geotechnical Engineering
"Axial-Compressive Capacities of a New Type of Tapered Steel Pipe Pile at the John F. Kennedy International Airport"
Fifth International Conference on Case Histories in Geotechnical Engineering
"Design of Lightweight Fills for Road Embankments on Boston's Central Artery/Tunnel Project"
Fifth International Conference on Case Histories in Geotechnical Engineering
"Lighten Your Load…Using Geofoams to Reduce Structural Design Loads from the Ground"
Structure
"Geomaterials Research Project - A Technical Note re Calculating the Fundamental Period of an EPS-Block-Geofoam
Embankment"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CGT-2004-1
"A New Analytical Method for the Axial-Compressive Static Capacity of Tapered Driven Piles in Coarse-Grain Soil"
IeC GEO3 conference
"An Overview of the Functions and Applications of Cellular Geosynthetics"
IeC GEO3 conference
"Controlled Yielding Using Geofoam Compressible Inclusions: The New Frontier in Earth-Retaining Structures"
IeC GEO3 conference
"Tapered Driven Piles: New Directions for an Old Concept"
IeC GEO3 conference
"Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Geofoam for Road Embankments and Other Lightweight Fills in Urban Environments"
Soil and Rock America 2003 conference
"Integrated Site Characterization and Foundation Analysis Research Project - Updated Site-Characterization Algorithm for
Coarse-Grain Soils"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CGT-2003-2
"Innovative Aspects of the Use of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) on Boston's 'Big Dig'"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CGT-2003-1
"Soil-Structure Interaction Research Project - Basic SSI Concepts and Applications Overview"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CGT-2002-2
"Integrated Site Characterization and Foundation Analysis Research Project - Static Analysis of Axial Capacity of Driven Piles
in Coarse-Grain Soil"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CGT-2002-1
"Geomaterials Research Project - Cellular Geosynthetics 2001: Geofoam Lightweight Fills and Beyond"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CGT-2001-5
"Geomaterials Research Project - Concepts for Cellular Geosynthetics Standards with an Example for EPS-Block Geofoam as
Lightweight Fill for Roads"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CGT-2001-4
"Soil-Structure Interaction Research Project - Analysis of Vertically Anchored Foundation Elements"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CGT-2001-3
"Geomaterials Research Project - Non-Earth Subgrade Materials and Their Thermal Effects on Pavements: An Overview"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CGT-2001-2
"Geomaterials Research Project - Geofoam and Geocomb Geosynthetics: A Bibliography Through the Second Millennium A.D."
Manhattan College Research Report No. CGT-2001-1
"Coupled Site Characterization and Foundation Analysis Research Project: Further Research into the Rational Selection of PHI
for Bearing Capacity Analysis under Drained-Strength Conditions"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CE/GE-00-3
"Integral-Abutment Bridges: Problems and Innovative Solutions Using EPS Geofoam and Other Geosynthetics"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CE/GE-00-2
"Coupled Site Characterization and Foundation Analysis Research Project: Rational Selection of PHI for Drained-Strength
Bearing Capacity Analysis"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CE/GE-00-1
"Geofoam and Geocomb: Lessons from the Second Millennium A.D. As Insight for the Future"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CE/GE-99-2
"Lessons Learned from Failures Involving Geofoam in Roads and Embankments"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CE/GE-99-1
Discussion of "Status of ASCE Standard on Design and Construction of Frost Protected Shallow Foundations"
Journal of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering
editorial letter re geofoam
Civil Engineering
"Mathematical Modeling of the Stress-Strain-Time Behavior of Geosynthetics Using the Findley Equation: General Theory and
Application to EPS-Block Geofoam"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CE/GE-98-3
"The Compressible-Inclusion Function of EPS Geofoam: Analysis and Design Methodologies"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CE/GE-98-2
"The Compressible-Inclusion Function of EPS Geofoam: An Overview of Concepts, Applications, and Products"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CE/GE-98-1
"Frost-Shielding Methodology and Demonstration for Shallow Burial of Water and Sewer Utility Lines"
CRREL Report 98-4
"Shallow Insulated Foundation at Galena, Alaska - A Case Study"
CRREL Report 97-7
"Frost Shielding Protection of a Water Line, Berlin, New Hampshire"
CRREL Report 97-1
"'Lite' Products Come of Age; New Developments in Geosynthetics" [in Chinese]
Standardization News
(special issue published jointly by the American Society for Testing and Materials and the Chinese Association for
Standardization)
"Numerical Investigation of Controlled Yielding of Soil-Retaining Wall Structures"
Geotextiles and Geomembranes
[Note: The research reported in this paper is from an ongoing program of research that is based on both a direct suggestion
as well earlier research by Dr. Horvath into the use of EPS-geofoam as a compressible inclusion.]
John S. Horvath Consulting Engineer - Copyright 2008-2012 by John S. Horvath. All rights reserved. - This page was last revised on 29 December 2011.
Listed below are those professional publications authored or co-authored by Dr. Horvath that are available in digital form for
downloading in PDF format. Older publications that were issued only in hardcopy are not listed and are not available by any
means, including inter-library loan. Selected publications by others that are relevant to Dr. Horvath's research interests are
also included in this list. All publications are listed in reverse chronological order, i.e. the most recent publication is listed first.
Note that some of these files are quite large so it is not advisable to open any of them directly on-line. Each file of interest
should be downloaded and accessed off-line as this is much faster and more reliable. To download, right click on the desired
file name using your mouse or other pointing device; click on "Save Target As..."; then save the file to your drive and folder
of choice. Once a file is downloaded, it can be viewed on screen or printed out as desired.
A complete list of Dr. Horvath's professional publications can be found in his curriculum vitae. A copy is available on request
for clients and prospective clients only.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
editorial letter re geofoam
Geo-Strata
Discussion of "Numerical Modeling of Geofoam Embankments"
Journal of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering
"A Primer on Cellular Geosynthetics"
The Masterbuilider
"Overview of NCHRP Design Guideline for EPS-Block Geofoam in Slope Stabilization and Repair"
EPS 2011 conference
"Geomaterials Research Project - Manufacturing Quality Issues for Block-Molded Expanded Polystyrene Geofoam"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CEEN/GE-2011-2
"Soil-Structure Interaction Research Project - A Practical Subgrade Model for Improved Soil-Structure Interaction Analysis:
Parameter Assessment"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CEEN/GE-2011-1
"Practical Subgrade Model for Improved Soil-Structure Interaction Analysis: Model Development"
International Journal of Geomechanics
"New Hybrid Subgrade Model for Soil-Structure Interaction Analysis: Foundation and Geosynthetics Applications"
Geo-Frontiers 2011 conference
"Improved Geotechnical Analysis through Better Integration and Dynamic Interaction between Site Characterization and
Analytical Theory"
Geo-Frontiers 2011 conference
"Practical Subgrade Model for Improved Soil-Structure Interaction Analysis: Software Implementation"
Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction
"Preliminary Design Procedure for EPS-Block Geofoam Lightweight Fill in Levees Overlying Soft Ground"
27th Annual Conference - Association of State Dam Safety Officials
[Note: This paper continues and significantly extends work on this topic originally performed and advocated by Dr. Horvath
going back to the 1990s.]
"Lateral Pressure Reduction on Earth-Retaining Structures Using Geofoams: Correcting Some Misunderstandings"
ER2010: Earth Retention Conference 3
"Emerging Trends in Failures Involving EPS-Block Geofoam Fills"
Journal of Performance of Constructed Facilities
"New Structural Model for Multicomponent Pile Cross Sections under Axial Load"
Journal of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering
"A Framework for the Design Guideline for EPS-Block Geofoam in Slope Stabilization and Repair"
Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board
"A Framework for the Design Guideline for EPS-Block Geofoam in Slope Stabilization and Repair"
TRB 89th Annual Meeting
"Numerical Parametric Study of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Geofoam Seismic Buffers"
Canadian Geotechnical Journal
[Note: The research reported in this paper is from an ongoing program of research that is based on both a direct suggestion
as well earlier research by Dr. Horvath into the use of EPS-geofoam as a compressible inclusion.]
"Levee Alternative"
Civil Engineering
"Extended Veletsos-Younan Model for Geofoam Compressible Inclusions Behind Rigid, Non-Yielding Earth-Retaining
Structures"
Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering and Soil Dynamics IV conference
"Seismic Lateral Earth Pressure Reduction on Earth-Retaining Structures Using Geofoams"
Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering and Soil Dynamics IV conference
"Using EPS-Block Geofoam for Levee Rehabilitation and Construction"
GeoCongress 2008 conference
"A Simple Displacement Model for Response Analysis of EPS Geofoam Seismic Buffers"
Soil Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering
[Note: The research reported in this paper is from an ongoing program of research that is based on both a direct suggestion
as well as earlier research by Dr. Horvath into the use of EPS-geofoam as a compressible inclusion.]
"Shaking Table Testing of Geofoam Seismic Buffers"
Soil Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering
[Note: The research reported in this paper is from an ongoing program of research that is based on both a direct suggestion
as well as earlier research by Dr. Horvath into the use of EPS-geofoam as a compressible inclusion.]
"Soil-Structure Interaction of Long Jointless Bridges with Integral Abutments"
Tampere University of Technology - Finland
[Note: The research reported in this doctoral dissertation references original research by Dr. Horvath into the use of geofoam
compressible inclusions with integral-abutment bridges.]
"Expanding the Use of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Geofoam in Practice"
BSCES/ASCE Geo-Institute 2005 Geotechnical Engineering Seminar
"EPS Structures Innovations on Central Artery/Tunnel (CA/T) Project"
BSCES/ASCE Geo-Institute 2005 Geotechnical Engineering Seminar
[Note: Dr. Horvath was the consultant for the work reported in this paper.]
"Integral-Abutment Bridges: Geotechnical Problems and Solutions Using Geosynthetics and Ground Improvement"
IAJB 2005 conference
[Click here to access a copy of the complete conference proceedings.]
"Integrated Site Characterization and Foundation Analysis Research Project - A Technical Note re Effect of Konc Assumption
on Site-Characterization Algorithm for Coarse-Grain Soils"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CGT-2004-2
"Lessons Learned from Failure: EPS Geofoam"
Geotechnical Fabrics Report
"What Have We Learned From and About Geofoam Failures?"
original unedited version of manuscript submitted to Geotechnical Fabrics Report
"Guideline and Recommended Standard for Geofoam Applications in Highway Embankments"
NCHRP Report 529 (abstract of final report for NCHRP Project 24-11(01))
"Geofoam Applications in the Design and Construction of Highway Embankments"
NCHRP Web Document 65 (complete final report for NCHRP Project 24-11(01))
"A New Type of Tapered Steel Pipe Pile for Transportation Applications"
Geo-Trans 2004 conference
"Analysis and Design of EPS-Geofoam Embankments for Seismic Loading"
Geo-Trans 2004 conference
"Cellular Geosynthetics in Transportation Applications"
Geo-Trans 2004 conference
"Geofoam Compressible Inclusions: The New Frontier in Earth Retaining Structures"
Geo-Trans 2004 conference
"Integral-Abutment Bridges: A Complex Soil-Structure Interaction Challenge"
Geo-Trans 2004 conference
"A Half Century of Tapered-Pile Usage at the John F. Kennedy International Airport"
Fifth International Conference on Case Histories in Geotechnical Engineering
"Axial-Compressive Capacities of a New Type of Tapered Steel Pipe Pile at the John F. Kennedy International Airport"
Fifth International Conference on Case Histories in Geotechnical Engineering
"Design of Lightweight Fills for Road Embankments on Boston's Central Artery/Tunnel Project"
Fifth International Conference on Case Histories in Geotechnical Engineering
"Lighten Your Load…Using Geofoams to Reduce Structural Design Loads from the Ground"
Structure
"Geomaterials Research Project - A Technical Note re Calculating the Fundamental Period of an EPS-Block-Geofoam
Embankment"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CGT-2004-1
"A New Analytical Method for the Axial-Compressive Static Capacity of Tapered Driven Piles in Coarse-Grain Soil"
IeC GEO3 conference
"An Overview of the Functions and Applications of Cellular Geosynthetics"
IeC GEO3 conference
"Controlled Yielding Using Geofoam Compressible Inclusions: The New Frontier in Earth-Retaining Structures"
IeC GEO3 conference
"Tapered Driven Piles: New Directions for an Old Concept"
IeC GEO3 conference
"Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Geofoam for Road Embankments and Other Lightweight Fills in Urban Environments"
Soil and Rock America 2003 conference
"Integrated Site Characterization and Foundation Analysis Research Project - Updated Site-Characterization Algorithm for
Coarse-Grain Soils"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CGT-2003-2
"Innovative Aspects of the Use of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) on Boston's 'Big Dig'"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CGT-2003-1
"Soil-Structure Interaction Research Project - Basic SSI Concepts and Applications Overview"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CGT-2002-2
"Integrated Site Characterization and Foundation Analysis Research Project - Static Analysis of Axial Capacity of Driven Piles
in Coarse-Grain Soil"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CGT-2002-1
"Geomaterials Research Project - Cellular Geosynthetics 2001: Geofoam Lightweight Fills and Beyond"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CGT-2001-5
"Geomaterials Research Project - Concepts for Cellular Geosynthetics Standards with an Example for EPS-Block Geofoam as
Lightweight Fill for Roads"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CGT-2001-4
"Soil-Structure Interaction Research Project - Analysis of Vertically Anchored Foundation Elements"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CGT-2001-3
"Geomaterials Research Project - Non-Earth Subgrade Materials and Their Thermal Effects on Pavements: An Overview"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CGT-2001-2
"Geomaterials Research Project - Geofoam and Geocomb Geosynthetics: A Bibliography Through the Second Millennium A.D."
Manhattan College Research Report No. CGT-2001-1
"Coupled Site Characterization and Foundation Analysis Research Project: Further Research into the Rational Selection of PHI
for Bearing Capacity Analysis under Drained-Strength Conditions"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CE/GE-00-3
"Integral-Abutment Bridges: Problems and Innovative Solutions Using EPS Geofoam and Other Geosynthetics"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CE/GE-00-2
"Coupled Site Characterization and Foundation Analysis Research Project: Rational Selection of PHI for Drained-Strength
Bearing Capacity Analysis"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CE/GE-00-1
"Geofoam and Geocomb: Lessons from the Second Millennium A.D. As Insight for the Future"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CE/GE-99-2
"Lessons Learned from Failures Involving Geofoam in Roads and Embankments"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CE/GE-99-1
Discussion of "Status of ASCE Standard on Design and Construction of Frost Protected Shallow Foundations"
Journal of Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering
editorial letter re geofoam
Civil Engineering
"Mathematical Modeling of the Stress-Strain-Time Behavior of Geosynthetics Using the Findley Equation: General Theory and
Application to EPS-Block Geofoam"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CE/GE-98-3
"The Compressible-Inclusion Function of EPS Geofoam: Analysis and Design Methodologies"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CE/GE-98-2
"The Compressible-Inclusion Function of EPS Geofoam: An Overview of Concepts, Applications, and Products"
Manhattan College Research Report No. CE/GE-98-1
"Frost-Shielding Methodology and Demonstration for Shallow Burial of Water and Sewer Utility Lines"
CRREL Report 98-4
"Shallow Insulated Foundation at Galena, Alaska - A Case Study"
CRREL Report 97-7
"Frost Shielding Protection of a Water Line, Berlin, New Hampshire"
CRREL Report 97-1
"'Lite' Products Come of Age; New Developments in Geosynthetics" [in Chinese]
Standardization News
(special issue published jointly by the American Society for Testing and Materials and the Chinese Association for
Standardization)
"Numerical Investigation of Controlled Yielding of Soil-Retaining Wall Structures"
Geotextiles and Geomembranes
[Note: The research reported in this paper is from an ongoing program of research that is based on both a direct suggestion
as well earlier research by Dr. Horvath into the use of EPS-geofoam as a compressible inclusion.]
John S. Horvath Consulting Engineer - Copyright 2008-2012 by John S. Horvath. All rights reserved. - This page was last revised on 29 December 2011.
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