1. INTRODUCTION
Introduction to the basic concepts of the course and in particular to the presentation of new materials and methods of monitoring of reinforced – light embankments
2. NEW MATERIALS IN GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING
Introduction of new materials (geofoams, geosynthetics) and their engineering properties for the construction of Resilient earth fills (reinforced, lightweight).
3. NEW TECHNOLOGIES FOR MONITORING
New technologies for monitoring the behavior of geotechnical structures (inclinometers, tilt meters, piezometers, load cells, etc.)
4. UTILIZATION OF MONITORING RESULTS
Utilization of monitoring results for the evaluation & optimization of resilient geotechnical structures (deep excavations, earth fills, etc.).
5. FINITE ELEMENT MODELING
Incorporation of monitoring results in decision making process during construction of resilient geotechnical structures using Finite Element modeling.
New Technologies and Monitoring for Designing Resilient Geotechnical Structures.
| eclass | https://eclass.upatras.gr/courses/CIV1776/ |
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| COURCE OUTLINE | |
| Code | GPOL_A_16017 |
| Credits ECTS | 7,5 |
| Mandatory/Optional | Elective |
At the end of this course the students will be able to:
1. Select new materials and methodologies for the optimal design of geotechnical structures.
2. Choose an optimal and cost effective monitoring system during the construction or operation phase of geotechnical structures.
3. Will be able to develop finite element models for decision making based on the observed behavior during the construction phase of high performance geotechnical structures (embankments, deep excavation supports, etc.)
