Extension of Automated Parameter Determination framework to cope with fine-grained soils

The Automated Parameter Determination project aims to provide advanced geotechnical models parameters from in-situ tests in a transparent and flexible process. The framework was initially developed for coarse-grained soils, and it was needed to be expanded to all types of common soils. This report presents the expansion of the APD database to...

Soil Interpretation in Groningen: Verification and Improvement of CPT-based correlations

In the northern part of the Netherlands, the exploitation of gas fields has been inducing small earthquakes, causing damage to existing buildings. <br/>With the aim of preventing consequences to people and structures, the VIIA Groningen project deals with CC2 and CC3 buildings retrofit and provides reinforcement measures when necessary.<br/>As...