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What geotechnical engineering?

- It is the story of engineering relationship between humans and earth

- It is the science that explains the mechanics of soils and rock, and its engineering
application’s development to human kind.
- In early times the practice of Geotechnical engineering was applied by trial and error,
observational experience and empirical experimentation, problems such as the notorious
leaning tower of pisa. Prompted Engineers to begin taking a more basic scientific
approach to geotechnical engineering

1700 – 1900

Coulomb, Darcy, Rankine, Boussiness, Mohr, Atterberg

Published fundamental theories on soil mechanics and water flow through soil
Several organization and society were formed to the early 1900 to advance its field of civil
engineering, particular recognition is given to Karl Terzaghi who is considered to be the
father of modern geotechniques with his classic book on soil mechanics published in
1925

What is the international society for soil mechanics and geotechnical engineering?
In 1936 along with fellow colleagues from 20 different countries. Tataki founded soil mechanics
and geotechnical engineering. He became its first president. Today, the International Society
has more than 89 countries. Members involving over 19,000 individuals in the geotechnical
engineering profession. Most of what the technical engineers do is hidden below the ground
surface yet it is a very important discipline with a vast Scope as all construction has the rest on
or in the ground. Soil is a complex material which? Which is very valuable in grain size,
cementation, strength, and behavior. This renders the task of a geotechnical engineer among
the most challenging tasks in civil engineering. Geotechnical engineers use fundamental
principles of soil and rock mechanics to investigate subsurface conditions. This allows them to
evaluate and design activities such as. The stability of natural slopes and man-made soil
deposits, so with cuts and fills, shallow and deep foundations, dams, retaining walls, and many
other works. Directly interacting with the subsoil and water.

In order to meet the diversity of challenges the profession faces. the International Society
has created 30 technical committees over the last 50 years, each representing. A particular
aspect of geotechnical engineering. Foundation engineering is one important area of
geotechnical engineering. The foundation of every structure should be designed to
withstand man-made and natural loads. Vertical and lateral pressures are created by
earthquakes and high winds as well as the weight of the structure itself. Buildings,
skyscrapers, bridges, and other superstructures have to bear on shallow footings mats or
pile foundations. Shoring systems include bracing of deep excavations, nailing of landslides,
and the support of tunnels to name a few. Any geotechnical engineering project is different
indeed the soil at a site is likely different from any other site. As a result, the most common
first step of any geotechnical project is the site investigation, it starts by drilling into the soil
and rock testing them in the field or collecting samples which can then be analyzed in a
laboratory. Once soil and rock properties are determined the geotechnical engineer can
design the project including its environmental impact, investigations can include the
assessment of the risk to humans property and the environment from natural hazards such
as earthquakes, landslides, sinkholes, soil liquefaction, debris flows, and rockfalls.

Geotechnical engineering can significantly influence the sustainability of infrastructure

development because of its early position in the construction process given the intensive
research carried out in the impressive geotechnical advancements are made on a regular
basis. Most of these innovations are often hidden from the public eye since the work is
underground. These innovations are however a crucial part of a success story, they can be
temporary in nature such as deep excavation and support to construct a high-rise tower like
Borg Halifa or permanently embedded such as the complex foundation system of the Rianna
and Tyrion bridge. The build environment where we live serves as the dynamic interface
through which humans and the ecosystem interact and influence each other. Understanding
this interdependence is key to fathoming the impact of geotechnical engineering on society.

Throughout history, geotechnical engineering has made changes in the way we live or even
think. Projects like building the Aswan dam, laying the foundation of Golden Gate Bridge,
digging the Panama Canal, stabilizing the cliffs at Point New York or giving new life to the
Tower of Pisa have affected past and present generations such projects large and small will
continue to impact and shape our future. It has been a cycle of sharing knowledge and
gaining knowledge of accomplishments and lessons learned the International Society for soil
mechanics and geotechnical is proud to be at the center of this field emblematic of human
achievements.