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Thank you Young Engineering Geologist (YEG), JU Chapter for inviting me and celebrating 60 years of IAEG and starting a JU student chapter at Department of Geological Sciences, JU. Congratulations to the new committee and special thanks to Nusrat Jahan Retu and MD Shafiqul Islam Sany for your great effort. Finally, we all want to express our deepest gratitude to our honorable Sir, Dr. Atm Shakhawat Hossain for his great effort and contribution in IAEG_BNG and internationally up hold our Department and University #IAEG #IAEG_BNG #YEG #Jahangirnagar_University

Comprehensive List of #Geotechnical and In-Situ #Soil #Testing Methods with #Abbreviations: 1. Standard #Penetration Test (SPT) 2. Texas Penetration Test (TPT) 3. #Vane Shear Test (VST) 4. Pressuremeter Test (PMT) 5. #Cone Pressuremeter Test (CPT) 6. #Dilatometer Test (DMT) 7. Screw Plate Test (SPT) 8. K₀ #Stepped Blade (K₀SB) 9. Swedish Weight Sounding (SWS) 10. Hydraulic #Fracture (HF) 11. #Borehole Shear Test (BST) 12. Total Stress Cell (TSC) 13. Free stand Torsional Shear (FTS) 14. Cone Penetration Test (CPT) 15. Piezocone Penetration (CPTu) – where ‘u’ indicates pore water pressure measurement 16. #Resistivity #Piezocone (RCPTu) – Resistivity and pore water pressure are measured 17. Seismic Cone (SCPTu) – Seismic measurement included in the piezocone 18. Seismic Flat Dilatometer (SDMT) 19. T-Bar Penetrometer (TBP) 20. Ball #Penetrometer (BP) 21. Plate Penetrometer (PP) 22. Plate Load Test (PLT) 23. Suspension #Logger (SL) 24. #Crosshole Geophysical Test (CHT) 25. #Downhole Test (DHT) 26. #Spectral Analysis of Surface Waves (SASW) 27. Modal Analysis (#Rayleigh Waves) (MASW) – Often referred to as Multi-channel Analysis of Surface Waves 28. Continuous Surface Waves (CSW) 29. Standard Penetration Test with Torque (SPTT) 30. Large Penetration Test (LPT) 31. #PiezoProbe Test (PPT) 32. Seismic Piezocone #Pressuremeter (SCPTu) – Includes seismic and piezocone measurements 33. Helix Probe Test (HPT) 34. Dynamic Penetration Test (DPT) 35. Dynamic Cone Penetration Test (DCP) Additional clarification on some tests: • #CPTu: Refers to Cone Penetration Test with pore pressure measurement. • #SCPTu: Refers to Seismic Cone Penetration Test with pore pressure and seismic measurements. • #SDMT: Seismic Flat Dilatometer test, a combination of seismic testing with a dilatometer. • SASW, MASW, and CSW: These tests deal with surface wave analysis, where #SASW refers to spectral analysis, #MASW includes modal analysis, and #CSW involves continuous waves. #Geotech #SoilTest #SPT #CPT #Seismic #PMT #DMT #InSitu #SCPTu #PLT #Piezocone #Torsional #VaneShear #Logger #Borehole #Waves #Penetration #Helix #TBar #BallPen #SteppedBlade #SWS #Fracture #Surface #Modal #FlatDMT #Subsurface #Geo #Piles #GroundTest #ConeTest #Foundation #Structural #SoilStrength #LoadTest #SiteTest #DeepFound #ShallowFound #SeismicTest #SoilRigidity #GroundCheck #FieldTest #SoilStab #GeoTesting #GroundCond #SoilAnalysis #Rigidity #RetainingWalls #DeepFoundation #StructuralEngineering #CivilEngineering #SPT #TxPT #VST #PMT #CPMT #DMT #SPLT #K0SB #SWS #HF #BST #TSC #FTS #CPT #CPTu #RCPTu #SCPTu #SDMT #Tbar #BallPen #PLT #SL #CHT #DHT #SASW #MASW #CSW #SPTT #LPT #PPT #HPT #SCPMTu #Geo #FieldTest #InSitu #SoilTest #GeoTesting #DPT #SoilAnalysis #Foundation

Key Considerations for a Successful Geotechnical Site Investigation You are a fresh graduated geotechnical engineer, and you are assigned to carry a site investigation before going to any type of tests. What issues should you care about? Understanding the site conditions is crucial before diving into any geotechnical tests. There are several factors you need to consider, from the topography and soil conditions to the presence of groundwater and nearby infrastructure. 1. Site Characterization: - Topography: Document the natural land features like slopes, flat areas, and overall site elevation. - Surface Features: Observations about surface soil conditions, cracks, and erosion. - Geological Features: Presence of rock outcrops, visible faults, or seismic risks. 2. Subsurface and Soil Conditions: - Soil Composition: Identifying the types of soil present at various depths. - Groundwater: The presence and depth of groundwater, or signs of high water tables. - Soil Strength and Stability: Preliminary assessment of soil's ability to support loads. 3. Environmental and Hydrological Factors: - Flood Risk: Potential for the site to be affected by flooding. - Erosion Risk: Soil susceptibility to erosion from wind or water. - Contamination: Presence of industrial waste or pollutants affecting the soil quality. 4. Infrastructure and Utilities: - Underground Utilities: Location of any buried utilities like gas, water, or electricity. - Existing Infrastructure: Assessment of nearby buildings, roads, or pipelines that might be impacted. - Access and Traffic: Ease of site access for construction vehicles and equipment. 5. Regulatory and Zoning Considerations: - Zoning Laws: Checking local regulations and restrictions. Permits: Any required environmental, geotechnical, or construction permits. - Historical Use: Investigating past land uses that may affect soil integrity or contamination levels. 6. Climatic and Weather Conditions: - Climate Impact: Assessment of how local weather conditions like rainfall, wind, and temperature may affect the soil or construction processes. 7. Testing and Investigation Plans: - Planned Geotechnical Tests: Identify the soil sampling, drilling, or in-situ tests to be performed. - Test Locations: Mark the spots on the site for boreholes, sampling, and other tests. - Equipment Requirements: Ensure proper tools and machinery (like rigs and sensors) are available for testing. By organizing the investigation into these categories, you can systematically address every factor influencing the construction site's safety and feasibility for development. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ #geotechnicalengineering #siteinvetigation #slopestability #soil #fieldtests #climate #flood #groundwater #soil_strength #infrastructure #geology #topography #Erosion

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Geotechnical engineering is crucial for addressing ground stability issues in construction projects like subway lines. Here are the key considerations: 1. Site Investigation and Soil Analysis: • Soil Testing: Perform tests to determine soil properties (strength, density, moisture). • Geotechnical Surveys: Identify weak spots and underground voids through surveys. 2. Hydrogeological Conditions: • Water Table Monitoring: Keep track of water table levels to prevent soil instability. • Drainage Control: Implement systems to manage groundwater and surface water. 3. Construction Methods: • Support Systems: Use retaining walls and ground anchors to stabilize excavations. • Excavation Techniques: Employ techniques that minimize soil disturbance. 4. Real-time Monitoring: • Instrumentation: Install piezometers, inclinometers, and settlement markers. • Data Analysis: Continuously analyze data to detect early instability signs. 5. Risk Assessment and Mitigation: • Risk Mapping: Develop maps highlighting areas prone to failures. • Contingency Planning: Create plans for emergencies and rapid response. 6. Soil Stabilization Techniques: • Ground Improvement: Use techniques like grouting and soil nailing. • Reinforcement: Apply geotextiles and geogrids to enhance soil stability. 7. Regulatory Compliance: • Standards and Codes: Ensure practices comply with relevant standards. • Inspections: Regularly inspect to verify safety and protocol adherence. 8. Communication and Coordination: • Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain clear communication with all stakeholders. • Training: Provide ongoing training on geotechnical risks and best practices. Focusing on these geotechnical engineering considerations can significantly reduce the risk of incidents and ensure safer construction projects. #GeotechnicalEngineering #SubwayConstruction #XiAnIncident #SiteInvestigation #SoilTesting #GroundStability #Hydrogeology #ExcavationSafety #SupportSystems #RiskAssessment #SoilStabilization #RealTimeMonitoring #ConstructionSafety #InfrastructureDevelopment #EngineeringBestPractices #CivilEngineering