Clarity in monitoring existing foundation structures demands innovative safety analysis
methodologies for deep foundations, necessitating advanced models calibrated with real …

When shield tunnels are being excavated along varying geological conditions, it is essential
to understand the behaviour of the material being excavated, as it influences excavation …

In this study, we used a probabilistic approach to evaluate the probability of failure of small
diameter bored piles in unsaturated sandy soils. The prediction of the bearing capacity was …

The paper revisits and updates two expedite methods used to identify the occurrence of
collapsible soils. The methods were proposed by Gibbs (1961) and de Mello (1973) and …

Fine-grained sand deposits in subtropical regions are valued for their low settlement
percentages, providing high load-bearing capacity for foundations. Despite existing …

Problems associated with horizontal loading in foundation structures often occur when the
surface soil has particular characteristics like the unsaturated, porous, and collapsible soils …

O Campo Experimental I do Centro Tecnológico em Engenharia Civil de Furnas, localizado
na cidade de Aparecida de Goiânia, foi criado com objetivo de avaliar a influência dos …

Generalmente las pruebas de carga no hacen parte de la rutina de obras de cimentaciones
ejecutadas en Suramérica, y cuando son ejecutadas, el análisis queda restringido a la …

The current trend of intense urban growth around the world has brought an increase in the
demand for underground infrastructures including urban tunnels. In many cities, tropical …

On 12 October 2013, the 24-storey high 'Space'building collapsed in Medellín, Colombia.
The building had a reinforced concrete structure founded on large-diameter piles with …