Geotechnical Earthquake Engineers Characterize Soil Composition to Improve Bridge Design

A specialized truck is used to vibrate the ground and create sheer waves that are measured to characterize soil composition and layering.

A specialized truck is used to vibrate the ground and create sheer waves that are measured to characterize soil composition and layering.

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – University of Arkansas geotechnical earthquake engineers are working with the Arkansas State Highway and Transportation Department to characterize soil composition and layering in the upper Delta region of Arkansas. Their work will help improve bridge design and construction in the event of of an earthquake. This video explains their research.

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