Geotechnical Engineering

Wide-angle landscape, 24mm, sharp focus, showing a stable building constructed on a tropical coral island, highlighting the geotechnical challenges of the location.

Building on Shaky Ground: Boosting Coral Sand Foundation Strength Against Explosions

Hey there! Let’s chat about something pretty wild – building stuff on coral islands. You know those gorgeous tropical spots? Turns out, they come with a unique challenge, especially when you’re thinking about big, solid structures like buildings, ports, or even airstrips. The ground beneath them, made of coral sand,…

Object, still life, 35mm portrait, depth of field, showing a physical model test setup of a foundation pit inside a clear box, with visible layers of simulated soil and buried sensors, representing the core of the research.

Digging Deep: Crafting the Perfect Mix for Monster Pits in Tricky Gravel!

Hey There, Let’s Talk Dirt (and Gravel!) Okay, so let’s talk about digging deep. Like, *really* deep. As our cities get bigger and surface space gets tighter, we’re heading underground. It’s like building a whole new layer of the city down there! But, as you can imagine, digging massive holes,…