Engineering geophysics is a branch of geophysics that focuses on the application of geophysical methods to engineering projects and construction activities. It involves using various geophysical techniques to investigate the subsurface conditions of a site, identify potential hazards or challenges, and optimize the design and construction of structures. Engineering geophysics plays a crucial role in assessing the geological and geotechnical characteristics of a site, such as soil properties, rock formations, groundwater conditions, and potential seismic risks.
Some common geophysical methods used in engineering geophysics include seismic surveys, electrical resistivity tomography, ground-penetrating radar, magnetic surveys, and gravity surveys. These techniques can provide valuable information about the subsurface layers, interfaces between different materials, presence of buried objects or utilities, and other important geological features.
By conducting engineering geophysical studies, engineers and planners can make informed decisions during the design and construction phases of a project, helping to minimize risks, optimize foundation designs, and ensure the long-term stability and safety of structures.
GGC Provides solutions for specific engineering problems:
-  During site characterization, geotechnical investigation, construction, and maintenance of highways.
- Non-destructive Test (NDT) solutions to a variety of engineering problems of engineered structures including concrete, asphalt, masonry, timber, and steel structure.
- Mapping Voids, Sinkholes, Abandoned Mines.
- Mapping bedrock depths, fractures and weak zones, lithology and other subsurface featuresÂ
- Determining Engineering Properties of the Subsurface including the elastic constants of a rock and density of rocks.Â
- Determining the Rippability of Rocks
- Water table depth
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