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View the complete article here. Your first step in a field exploration project is to consider whether the soil or rock will be able to support the embankments and structures that are planned. The extent of your site investigation depends on your project schedule, the subsurface conditions, and what needs […]
View the complete article here. For many construction projects, geotechnical engineering is required in order to assess the engineering behavior of earth materials. Evaluating these materials is necessary prior to embarking on a construction project on the surface or within the ground. This is done to investigate subsurface conditions and […]
In order to ensure proper support for bridges and other associated structures, it is generally necessary for contractors and other construction managers to engage a geotechnical engineer to make a complete foundation investigation of the proposed foundation. The requirements of such an investigation will vary by state, but will typically […]
This book is designed to be a comprehensive reference book on both soil mechanics and soil testing. It is primarily intended for the active practitioner in the field, although it is certainly a useful reference for the student. This book is a “compilation,” as it is freely taken from a […]
A variety of high- and low-strain load test procedures exist to determine the suitability of pile-soil systems for proposed pile design loads. The following article provides deep foundation contractors with a load test overview that discusses implementation and the differing methods commonly utilized. Conducting Load Tests All forms of load […]
By: Carl A. Hazenberg, P.E. Chief Engineer/Partner Everlast Synthetic Products, LLC This is a brief introduction to SPW911 software to give new users an overview of its main features. Since the introduction of SPW911 software into the piling industry, it has established itself as a valuable tool for both engineers […]
By applying the principles of physics, mechanics, hydraulics, strength of materials, and structural engineering – an approach dubbed soil mechanics – geotechnical engineers have gained an understanding of various soil behaviors for a century. Because the analysis of soil is more complex than that of steel or concrete, which are […]
View complete article here. In the previous issue I wrote an article on sustainability which concluded that, when it comes to foundations, sustainability is really a win-win situation. Whether sustainability is achieved by reusing an existing foundation, using fly ash instead of cement in the concrete, or applying additional testing […]
Click here to view the complete article. by L.A. Prieto-Portar PhD, PE, SE, FASCE – Piedroba Consulting Group, LLC This brief technical note reminds the contractor how essential is the quality of the geotechnical information to stay out of trouble. Marine projects advertised for bids will include information from geotechnical […]
View complete article here. John Wolosick is the director of engineering for the Atlanta office of Hayward Baker Inc. (HBI), where he is responsible for engineering design and business development support for HBI offices nationwide. With over 35 years of experience in geotechnical engineering and contracting, Wolosick specializes in slope […]