Geotechnical

Geotechnical drilling uses a wide range of equipment types in a variety of conditions. Precise and well documented sampling is important.

Geotechnics is the engineering subject that deals with the properties of soil (sand, silt and clay) in terms of construction technology, and assessment of slope stability and the risk of landslides. Geotechnical engineering is concerned with the application of civil engineering technology to someaspect of the earth, usually the natural materials found on or near … Read more

Table of Contents Introduction to Standard Penetration Test (SPT)  Penetration tests are the oldest and most common form of in situ tests and involve pushing or driving a rod, point, or sampler into the ground to delineate soft zones from firm zones. The SPT is a Dynamic Penetration Test in which the resistance to the … Read more