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What is geotechical investigation?


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Geotechnical investigation is: A surface exploration and subsurface exploration of a site.

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What does Geotechnical investigation mean?

It's a primarily concerned with testing the physical properties of the soil, to provide recommendations for foundation requirements, excavation stability, drainage and buried concrete design.

Why Geotechnical is important?

It allow's Engineers to evaluate the stability and strength of the ground, including slopes and soil deposits, assess risks such as soil aggressivity to buried concrete, and help to determine what type of foundations and earthworks would be required within a (project) for example.

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A geotechnical investigation is primarily concerned with testing the physical properties of the soil, to provide recommendations for foundation requirements, excavation stability, drainage and buried concrete design.

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