The use of multichannel analysis of surface waves in determining Gmax for soft clay

Shane Donohue, M Long, K Gavin, P O'Connor

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Abstract

The measurement of the small strain shear modulus, Gmax is determined using the Multichannel Analysis of Surface Waves (MASW) method for two soft clay sites in Ireland. Gmax profiles generated using the MASW method compare very well with values derived empirically from CPTU data and also with results of laboratory triaxial testing. A synthetic earth model generated using a Discrete Particle Scheme (DPS) was also used to evaluate the software, Surfseis. The MASW method compares well with both the conventional seismic methods and the synthetic model.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationGeotechnical and Geophysical Site Characterization Vols 1 and 2
EditorsA VianaDaFonsea, P W Mayne
Place of PublicationRotterdam, Netherlands
PublisherMillpress Science Publishers
Pages459-466
Number of pages8
ISBN (Print)90-5966-009-9
Publication statusPublished - 2004
Event2nd International Conference on Site Characterization - Oporto, Portugal
Duration: 19 Sept 200422 Sept 2004

Conference

Conference2nd International Conference on Site Characterization
Abbreviated titleISC-2
Country/TerritoryPortugal
CityOporto
Period19/09/0422/09/04

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