Soil data accumulated during the last century and more recent developments in sensors and
information technology prompt the development of new geotechnical solutions for soil
assessment. We have advanced three complementary tools: Lab-on-a-Bench, the soil
properties database with corresponding IT Tool and the in-situ characterization
Multiphysics Probe. Lab-on-a-Bench technology combines cutting-edge sensors and
sensing concepts within compact devices and effective laboratory protocols to allow multi
physics soil characterization: specific surface measurements for fine-grained soils and
particle size distribution, shape, packing densities and angle of repose for coarse-grained
soils using image analysis and corresponding devices. The soil properties database and
complementary IT Tool provide a self-consistent set of soil parameters based on known
properties. The advances in in-situ characterization focus on a Multiphysics Probe and
include measurements of remnant magnetization to identify metalliferous sediments for
deep-sea mining applications and shear wave measurements for stiffness assessments. All
methods, protocols, devices and technology are applied to Red Sea sediments to establish
a baseline for future industrial and economic developments
Date of Award | May 2020 |
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Original language | English (US) |
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Awarding Institution | - Physical Sciences and Engineering
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Supervisor | J. Carlos Santamarina (Supervisor) |
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