Subsurface Investigations

This book deals with the evolution of active plate margins, with a focus on the Pacific NW. A multidisciplinary study aiming at the elucidation of complicated tectonic processes is based on structural geology, sedimentology, numerical modeling, and the latest methodology of geophysics.

Phenomenal new observations from Earth-based telescopes and Mars-based orbiters, landers, and rovers have dramatically advanced our understanding of the past environments on Mars.

This book is restricted to the structure and evolution of the terrestrial lithosphere with dominant emphasis on the continents. The original scientific contributions highlight most developments in relevant domains. Advanced concepts on plate tectonics, the relation between tectonics and petroleum researches are discussed.

This practical guide provides an affordable alternative to larger handbooks and condenses the essential elements of a geotechnical investigation into an easily digestible and readily accessible format.