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The Structural Engineer’s Guide to Reading Geotechnical Reports
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The Structural Engineer’s Guide to Reading Geotechnical Reports

Posted on 12 May 202517 May 2025 by Omotoriogun Victor

This article helps structural engineers read geotechnical reports critically. It explains what matters, why it matters, and how to use findings to drive safe, economical design.

Measuring Soil Bearing Capacity using the Dynamic Cone Penetration Test | DCPT
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Measuring Soil Bearing Capacity using the Dynamic Cone Penetration Test | DCPT

Posted on 31 March 20255 April 2025 by Omotoriogun Victor

This article explains how DCPT works, outlines the detailed procedure, and discusses its role in determining soil bearing capacity.

Foundation Design in Expansive Soils – Challenges and Strategies
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Foundation Design in Expansive Soils – Challenges and Strategies

Posted on 17 January 202519 January 2025 by Omotoriogun Victor

This article delves into the complexities of designing foundations in expansive soils. It examines their behavior, highlights specific challenges, and explores practical mitigation strategies and case studies from around the world.

Comprehensive Guide to Piled Raft Foundations
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Comprehensive Guide to Piled Raft Foundations

Posted on 18 November 202423 November 2024 by Omotoriogun Victor

The article explores the design of piled raft foundation, discussing the components, design philosophies, analysis methods, and a real-world case study.

Settlement of Bored Pile Foundations | Worked Example
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Settlement of Bored Pile Foundations | Worked Example

Posted on 12 September 202412 September 2024 by Omotoriogun Victor

This article explores estimation of settlement in piled foundation, highlighting the various methods of deriving the settlement of pile foundations and illustrating the process through a worked example.

Management of Movement in Historic Buildings and Structures
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Management of Movement in Historic Buildings and Structures

Posted on 6 September 20248 September 2024 by Omotoriogun Victor

This article introduces engineers to the various techniques available to monitor movement in historic structures.

Settlement of Bored Pile Foundations | Worked Example
Foundations

Settlement of Bored Pile Foundations | Worked Example

Posted on 30 August 202414 September 2024 by Omotoriogun Victor

This article explores estimation of settlement in piled foundation, highlighting the various methods of deriving the settlement of pile foundations and illustrating the process through a worked example.

Standard Penetration Test and Bearing Capacity of Foundations
Foundations

Standard Penetration Test and Bearing Capacity of Foundations

Posted on 25 August 202431 August 2024 by Omotoriogun Victor

This article explores the use of the standard penetration test to determine the bearing capacity of foundations

An Overview of Pile Foundation Design to Eurocode 7 and the UK National Annex
Analysis

An Overview of Pile Foundation Design to Eurocode 7 and the UK National Annex

Posted on 5 August 202410 August 2024 by Omotoriogun Victor

This article presents an overview of the key aspects of pile foundation design, outlining the principles, design methods, and specific requirements set out in Eurocode 7 and the UK National Annex.

Steel Fibre Reinforced Concrete Ground Bearing Slabs | Worked Example
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Steel Fibre Reinforced Concrete Ground Bearing Slabs | Worked Example

Posted on 31 May 20242 June 2024 by Omotoriogun Victor

This article explores the design and construction of ground bearing slab using steel fibre reinforcement in place of traditional steel

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