The benefits of geotechnical studies in construction

Soil or geotechnical studies are of vital importance to the longevity of civil engineering structures. The geotechnical engineer relies on soundings and data on the mechanical characteristics of the soil to determine its bearing capacity and settlement. These two parameters will be used to determine the type of foundation: superficial or deep. Soil studies are carried out on the basis of laboratory tests and in situ tests. This book deals with the importance of these tests.