Memorial Tributes Volume 14 (2011) / Chapter Skim
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WILLIAM W. MOORE
WILLIAM W. MOORE
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At the time, in 1938, soil mechanics consisted of determining soil characteristics such as grain size and shape, density, and water content that could be used to estimate the bearing capacity of the soil under load. He recognized the need for soil engineering, by which he meant the analysis and design of alternative foundations (e.g., spread footings, wood piles, steel piles, and concrete piles)
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Bill developed a portable ring sampler/analyzer that could be run by hand, and the results could be used to make immediate engineering decisions on the suitability of existing materials for airstrips and on compaction techniques for building airstrips quickly. Bill also developed methods of calculating allowable loads on pile foundations that accounted for both end bearing and skin friction of the piles.
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In the mid 1950s, he recognized the potential of working for other industries internationally, and Dames & Moore expanded its efforts to obtain overseas projects, frequently supporting U.S.based clients in building overseas facilities. Bill placed a high priority on building client relations, because, he said, the easiest job to obtain is a repeat job from a satisfied client.
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In addition to engineering consulting, Bill Moore had a deep interest in public policy decisions and how engineers could contribute to the making of those decisions. Most of the issues that affect our lives have an engineering component, he said, but most engineers, because of training or psyche, do not have the patience or temperament to participate in the often lengthy negotiations associated with developing public policy regarding the environment, land use, health regulations, and
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His children Susan, Bill, and Roy remembered their father's deeply held values and that their parents passed on the importance of honesty, integrity, and service–"giving back"–to their children. Bill loved boating on San Francisco Bay and spent many happy and adventuresome hours with his family and friends on small boats.
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