Good practice guide to using geophysics in ground investigations. A client's guide

Publication C812

CIRIA, 2023
Good practice guide to using geophysics in ground investigations. A client's guide Download document

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Current

Supplement

Civil & Structural Supplement

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Publication

Abstract

Provides updated guidance for ground investigations using advanced instrumentation but following the same methodology as outlined in previous guidance, C562, CIRIA, 2002. Focussing on the client's needs, this good practice guide covers: procuring geophysical investigations, common practices and techniques in the design, acquisition, processing, reporting, and results, application, and considers further advances and challenges.

Author

Usher, C., Stringfellow, M., and Grossey, T.

History

Supersedes C562 Geophysics in engineering investigations (CIRIA, 2002). Based on research project RP1146.

ISBN

9780860179566

Subjects

  • Building foundations/ground floors
  • Groundwork/site investigation for buildings
  • Building structure

Publisher History

CIRIA was formerly known as the Construction Industry Research and Information Association. They are a member-based research and information organisation who publish reports and technical papers covering building and civil engineering as well as transport and utilities infrastructure.

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