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89~3162
In tim SPT vs CBR for subgrades and pavements in arid
zoltes
Livneh, M; Ishai, I
Pro¢ Eigktk Asian Regional Conference on Soil Mechanics
and Fomulation Eagineerimg, Kyoto, 20-24 Jaly 1987 VI,
P385.391. Publ Japan: Japanese Society for Soil Mechanics
and Foundation Engineering, 1987
Lightweight, hand held instruments, used in temperate zones,
are of little use in dry, high strength soils in arid regions. The
use of the SPT instead of the dynamic CPT for subgrade and
pavement investigations in such regions is examined. Correla-
tion between SPT results and strength (CBR) was derived
using established DIN relations between relative density and
number of blows in DCPTs, and the ASTM SPT, and vali-
dated by on site studies. Practical use of the correlation is
illustrated.
895163
Optlamm borehole pattern and spacing in exploring for
geologic targets
Kulatilake, P H S W; Varatharajah, P
Pro¢ Nilttlt Sotltheast Asian Geoteclmical Conference,
Bangkok, 7-11 December 1987 VI, P3.25-3.34. Publ
Bangkok: Southeast Asian Geotechnical Society, 1987
When a site is composed predominantly of one material but
contains widely scattered anomalies of comparatively small
dimensions, an appropriate model is a matrix with inclusions.
A technique to estimate detection probabilities of geologic
targets such as inclusions in borehole type surveys is
presented. The technique takes into account the inherent ran-
domness.associated with the distributional properties of the
considered target type. Examples illustrate use of the tech-
nique. An exploration program having optimum borehole pat-
tern and spacing can be designed using the technique. Auth.
895164
Developing an expert system for planning subsurface
exploration
Wiseman, G; Katke, F G; Zeitlen, J G
Proe Ninth Southeast Asian Geoteclmical Conference,
Bangkok, 7-11 December 1987 V1. P3.35-3.44. Publ
Bangkok: Southeast Asian Geotechnical Society, 1987
A microcomputer based expert system is being developed for
subsurface exploration planning. Basic concepts of expert sys-
tems are outlined. The subsurface exploration knowledge base
recommends spacing, number and type of boreholes and labo-
ratory tests, based on input on soil profile, topography, etc.
The exploration depth knowledge base for the minimum depth
of boring, which includes 2 external programs for stress distri-
bution computation, is described.
Presentation and interpretation of data
89'3165
Collection and use of field discontinuity data in rock slope
detign
Matheson, G D
Q J Engng Geol V22, NI, 1989, P!9-30
The design of rock slopes requires planned and systematic col-
lection of field data, particularly on discontinuities. This data
may be analysed by manual or computer-assisted stereo-
graphic projection. A new, computerised method has been
developed which uses sensitivity histograms, allowing evalua-
tion of failure potential and the effect of changing design
parameters. The method is also good at handling weighted
data.
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89s166
Probabmstic methods in expansive soils - a review paper
Ali, E M
Proc 6th International Conference oR Expansive Soils, New
DelM, 1-4 December 1987 P327-330. Publ Rotterdam: A A
Balkema, 1988
A selective review of the use of probabilistic methods to study
expansive soils is presented. The scope of probabilistic models,
their application in expansive soils, statistical techniques, spa-
tial variability, and stochastic modelling and reliability are dis-
cussed. Future developments are outlined. 44 refs.
Suggested testing methods and standards
895167
Directional in-plane permeabilities of geotextiles
Montgomery, S M; Adams, K L; Rebenfeld, L
Geotext Geomem V7. N4, 1988. P275-292
A new method of examining fluid flow through geotextiles is
presented, which allows quantification of directional in-plane
intrinsic permeabilities. Primary fluid flow directions ,due to
fabric anisotropies, or inhomogeneity or non-uniformity of the
structure are indicated, Effects of fluid viscosity, driving pres-
sure, and fabric structural variations are examined.
89$168
Suggestions for a site investigation manual in active clays
Trevisan, S J
Proc 6th International Conference on Expansive Soils, New
DelM, 1-4 December 1987 P337-342. Publ Rotterdam: A A
Balkema, 1988
Site investigation should include tests for active soils in order
to select the foundation and know its future performance. A
number of laboratory tests are available. For field work, a
topographic survey, knowledge of climate, visual inspection of
soil surface and existing buildings, vegetation survey, soil sam-
pling, consideration of moisture variation, and analysis of soil
cracking, vertical movements and suction are required.
Monitoring rock and soil mass performance
See also: 895421, 895468
895169
Geoteehnical instrumentation for monitoring field performance
Dunnicliff, J
New York: Wiley lnterscience, 1988, 577P
A textbook for the practising engineer. Following an overview
of geotechnical instrumentation and the behaviour of geologi-
cal materials, planning of monitoring programs is considered.
Monitoring methods, types of instruments, and measurement
of groundwater pressure, total stress in soils, stress change in
rocks, deformation, load and strain in structural members,
and temperature are discussed. Execution of monitoring pro-
grams and examples of applications to braced excavations,
embankments and dams, slopes, piles and underground exca-
vations are examined. Finally, guidelines to successful moni-
toring and appendices giving details of instruments are
presented. 623 refs.