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  • Hi all,Currently, I am working on a design and staged construction of embankments on soft clay. We would like to construct embankment and install PVDs…
        Last answered 02/04/2015 18:07, updated: 11/09/2023 01:14 by Geodomisi Ltd - Dr. C. Sachpazis

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  • We just purchased the Proctor Penetrometer tool set for field in situ density tests but it didn't come with a brochure and the supplier cannot help. P…
        Last answered 05/12/2014 02:28, updated: 11/09/2023 01:14 by Jeffrey A Farrar

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  • Hi, i am a bit confused with how to use fixed end enchor in modelling the deep excavation.1. How do we input the equivalent length for the fixed …
        Last answered 15/10/2014 10:46, updated: 11/09/2023 01:14 by Alex

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  • Hello GeoWorld! I am an aspiring Geotechnical Engineer and I am very curious to know if there are any resources to help me find possible internsh…
        Last answered 01/10/2014 16:24, updated: 10/09/2023 08:24 by Geoengineer.org

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  • Dear Geotechnical Colleagues:I am working on shear strength characterization of MSW using large direct shear apparatus (300mm x 300mm x 200mm). I am l…
        Last answered 31/07/2014 14:29, updated: 11/09/2023 01:23 by Sally Simpson

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  •  Hi all,First of all, nice to joint this forum.I have a project for ground improvement where the soft clay (SPT = 1) is 17 m depth.. An emba…
        Last answered 30/07/2014 18:12, updated: 11/09/2023 01:15 by Alex

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  • Hi everyone, I am a new entry in GeWorld. I am a recently graduated Civil Engineer and I am interested in foundations for high-rise. Could y…
        Last answered 12/07/2014 13:06, updated: 11/09/2023 01:20 by Dimitrios Zekkos

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  • I AM GEOLOGIST GEOTECHNICAL I AM SEARCHING FOR WORK 
        Last answered 23/06/2014 08:11, updated: 11/09/2023 01:22 by Geoengineer.org

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  • Do I need to use a P multiplier when evaluating lateral movement on a single row of drilled shafts in the direction perpendicular to the row?
        Last answered 19/06/2014 19:40, updated: 11/09/2023 01:21 by Doug Cauble

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  • Hello everyone.I am looking for the latest trends in using polymers, recycled plastics and/or similar materials in geotechnical engineering.  The…
        Last answered 29/05/2014 16:38, updated: 11/09/2023 01:22 by Roberto Valentino

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Dr. Demba Jarju
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Dr. Costas Sachpazis
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