Forensic Geo-Technical Engineering Case History

Abstract

The Specialty That Deals With Investigation Of Failures And Performance Problems In The Geotechnical Environment Is Known As Forensic Geotechnical Engineering. It Involves Scientific And Jurisprudence Related Investigations And Evaluation To Analyze The Causes Of Structural Distress That Originate From Geodomain. Forensics In The Geo-Domain Encompass An Extensive Array Of Topics With Specific Emphasis In Geotechnical Related Fields. Mostly, They Apply To Failures After They Occur. Such Analysis And The Evaluation Of Selected Remedial Measures, Along With Their Effectiveness And Economy, Are Normally Subjected To Judicial Scrutiny. A Case History Is Presented Where Forensic Engineering Was Effectively Utilized To Identify, Investigate, And Remediate The Problem As Well As Assist In Litigation.