Introduction
Concepts of the cone model
Initial cone with outward wave propagation
Wave reflection and refraction at a material discontinuity
Foundation embedded in a layered half-space
Evaluation of accuracy
Engineering applications
Concluding remarks
Appendix A: Frequency-domain response analysis
Appendix B: Dynamic soil-structure interaction
Appendix C: Wave propagation in a semi-infinite prismatic bar
Appendix D: Historical note
Appendix E: Program CONAN (CONe ANalysis)
user's guide
Appendix F: MATLAB procedures for cone analysis.