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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20270222T093000
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SUMMARY:Online Workshop - Serviceability Effects of Foundation Movements and Deterioration on Bridge and Approach Structures
DESCRIPTION:Purpose and Background \nFoundations for bridges and approach structures should be designed so that their movements will not damage the bridge superstructure and associated structures such as abutments and approach slabs. Various aspects of movements that should be considered in the design of bridges include (a) the effect of uneven (differential) settlement between various support elements\, (b) the rotation and horizontal movements of the foundation system affecting movements at the bridge-seat level; (c) movements due to material deterioration; and (d) serviceability problems near a bridge abutment and approaches. The presentation will be based on latest (2020) version of the Bridge Design Specifications (BDS) and the Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) platform of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials which is a key component of Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) guidelines for this topic. Information on Extended Service Life (ESL) and Protection Index (PI) concepts from AASHTO’s latest (2020) Guide Specification for Service life design will also be presented. \nBenefits and Learning Outcomes \nUpon completion of this course\, you will be able to: \n\nRecognize the interaction between foundations and bridge structures.\nExplain the modes of foundation movements.\nComprehend the construction-point approach.\nDiscuss the effect of foundation movements on bridge superstructures.\nExplain the effect of movement of approach structures on abutments.\nIdentify and understand the tolerable movement criteria.\nComprehend the SE load factor and its application.\nIdentify the various provisions related to foundation movements of the AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications\nExplain the new AASHTO Guide Specification for Service Life Design.\nFoster a better understanding of the serviceability effects of foundation movements by structural and geotechnical specialists involved in bridge designs.\nRecognize potential problems for bridge structures related to foundation movements.\nExplain the need to have enhanced understanding of the interaction between bridge superstructure and foundations.\nExamine the possibilities and benefits of improved communications between geotechnical and structural specialists for bridge foundation design\n\nAssessment of Learning Outcomes \nStudents’ achievement of the learning outcomes will be assessed via a short post-assessment (true-false\, multiple choice and fill in the blank questions). \nWho Should Attend? \nGeotechnical specialists\, structural specialists\, bridge designers \nOutline \nUsing a collaborative and interactive learning approach\, this virtual workshop will help you understand: (a) the types of foundation movements and the uncertainties associated with them\, (b) the construction-point concept and the SE load factor\, and (c) the effects of foundation movements on bridge superstructure and appurtenant structures. The workshop will help you assimilate these crucial considerations through active participation by frequent interactions throughout the workshop and real-time expert feedback. The interactions will facilitate a better understanding of the nuances of the various design procedures which would help you avoid costly design errors in real-world projects. In between the two live sessions\, attendees will independently work on an application (e.g.\, exercises) or a reflection (e.g.\, reading) assignment. \nSession 1 of 2 \n\nIntroductions\nTypical components and terminology for bridge structures\nTypes of bridge foundations and abutments\nModes of foundation movements\nEffect of foundation movements on bridge superstructures\nEffect of movements of approach structures on abutments\nTolerable values of movements\nConstruction-point approach\nReview of Session 1\nInteractive Question and Answer (Q&A) session\nAssignment of classwork\nAdjourn for classwork\n\nSession 2 of 2 \n\nRoadmap for Session 2\nReview of homework assignments and recap of Session 1\nAASHTO LRFD Articles relevant to foundation movements\nThe SE load factor\nExample Problem: Application of the SE Load Factor\nDifferential settlement: Sf-0 and NPEC Approaches\nExample: Incorporation of Foundation Movements in Bridge Design\nMaterial Deterioration: AASHTO Guide Specification for Service Life Design\nReferences\nClosure\nReview of Session 2 and full workshop\nInteractive Question and Answer (Q&A) session\nAdjourn
URL:https://ncsgeoresources.com/event/online-workshop-serviceability-effects-of-foundation-movements-and-deterioration-on-bridge-and-approach-structures-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20270428T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20270428T133000
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SUMMARY:Online Workshop: Drilled Shafts in Soil and Rock - Geotechnical Design Aspects
DESCRIPTION:Drilled shaft foundations in soils and rocks are often a technically sound and cost-effective choice where a deep foundation solution is appropriate based on site conditions\, applied loads\, project schedule\, and performance requirements. When soils are of relatively poor quality and the structure loads are relatively large the shafts are often drilled through the poor soils into underlying rock mass if present. These shafts could be founded or seated on top of the rock mass\, or they could be drilled into the rock mass to form a rock socket. There are a number of different methods to design shafts in soils and rocks. The thrust of the discussions in this workshop is to establish a good understanding of the geotechnical design procedures for drilled shafts in soils and rocks. Construction techniques can have a significant effect on mobilized axial and lateral resistances and therefore brief information on effect of construction on drilled shafts will also be included. The workshop will be indexed to the latest (2020) version of the Bridge Design Specifications (BDS) based on the  Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) platform of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials which is a key component of Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) guidelines for drilled shafts. Information from AASHTO’s latest (2020) Guide Specification for Service life design will also be presented. \nUsing a collaborative and interactive learning approach\, this virtual workshop will help you understand the geotechnical design procedures for drilled shafts in soils and rocks using the concepts of LRFD. The workshop will help you assimilate crucial considerations for design of drilled shafts in soils and rocks through active participation by frequent interactions throughout the workshop and real-time expert feedback. The interactions will facilitate a better understanding of the nuances of the various geotechnical design procedures which would help you avoid costly design errors in real-world projects. In between the two live sessions\, attendees will independently work on an application (e.g.\, exercises) and/or a reflection (e.g.\, reading) assignment. \nSession 1 of 2 \n\nIntroductions\nGeneral terminology for design of drilled shafts\nFailure modes and limit states\nResistance and resistance factors\nEvaluation of geotechnical axial resistance using chart approach\nConcepts for evaluating lateral response\nExtreme events\nDesign aspects for drilled shafts in ephemeral waterways\nTypical structural details\nBrief introduction to construction techniques for shafts in soils\nReview of Session 1\nInteractive Question and Answer (Q&A) session\nAssignment of classwork\nAdjourn for classwork and break\n\nSession 2 of 2 \n\nRoadmap for Session 2\nReview of classwork assignments\nIntroduction and definition of variables for rock sockets\nDefinition of rock and site characterization\nAxial resistance in rocks\nLateral resistance in rocks\nBrief introduction to construction techniques for rock sockets\nMaterial Deterioration: AASHTO Guide Specification Provisions\nClosure and references\nReview of Session 2 and full workshop\nInteractive Question and Answer (Q&A) session\nAdjourn
URL:https://ncsgeoresources.com/event/online-workshop-drilled-shafts-in-soil-and-rock-geotechnical-design-aspects-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20270616T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20270616T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T123014
CREATED:20260412T213841Z
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SUMMARY:Online Workshop on Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) Walls – Understanding Fill Properties and Good Practices for Details
DESCRIPTION:Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) walls are used extensively for grade-separation fill structures in many applications\, e.g.\, highways\, railways\, marine\, commercial\, etc. To avoid adverse performance issues\, and to ensure safe and serviceable MSE walls\, the fills and component details must be tailored to specific geometry and the environment (conditions) expected over its specified lifetime. To help comprehend these crucial considerations for successful implementation of MSE wall projects\, the thrust of the discussions in this workshop is to: (a) establish a baseline for understanding the design and construction considerations associated with the use of geomaterials for MSE wall fills\, and (b) emphasize attention to details of various components. The presentation will also include information on the new MSE-LASR technology that permits consideration of Local Available Sustainable Resources (LASR)\, i.e.\, non-select or marginal fills. The fill criteria by the National Concrete Masonry Association (NCMA) for segmental retaining walls will also be contrasted with MSE and MSE-LASR fill criteria. \nUsing a collaborative and interactive learning approach\, this virtual workshop will help you understand: (a) the fill properties and the underlying reasons for specification values for fills\, and (b) good practices for details. The workshop will help you assimilate these crucial considerations through active participation by frequent interactions throughout the workshop and real-time expert feedback. The interactions will facilitate a better understanding of the nuances of the fill properties and details which would help you avoid costly design and construction errors in real-world projects. In between the two live sessions\, attendees will independently work on an application (e.g.\, exercises) or a reflection (e.g.\, reading) assignment. \nSession 1 of 2 \n\nIntroductions\nTerminology and Basics of Compaction\nEffect of Unit Weight\, Voids\, and Fabric/Structure\nField Compaction Procedures\nRelative Density and Relative Compaction\nPractical Issues and SAV&S Field Control Method\nChoice of Field Compaction Control Method\nReview of Session 1\nInteractive Question and Answer (Q&A) session\nAssignment of classwork\nAdjourn for classwork and break\n\nSession 2 of 2 \n\nReview of classwork assignment\nRoadmap for Session 2\nShear Strength Characteristics of Compacted Soils\nVolume Change Characteristics of Compacted Soils\nPermeability Characteristics of Compacted Soils\nProof-rolling\nReview of Session 2 and full workshop\nInteractive Question and Answer (Q&A) session\n\nAdjourn
URL:https://ncsgeoresources.com/event/online-workshop-on-mechanically-stabilized-earth-mse-walls-understanding-fill-properties-and-good-practices-for-details-2/
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SUMMARY:Online Workshop on Embankments and Their Interaction with Structures and Subsurface Utilities
DESCRIPTION:Embankment fills are commonly used to meet the vertical grade requirements of a facility. Fills placed to accommodate the vertical profile as the roadway approaches a bridge are often referred to as “approach embankment fills” or “approach roadway fills.”  Embankment fills are also needed for many other infrastructure projects. Deformation and instability (local or global)\, both vertical and lateral\, of embankment fills are common problems. Consideration of the effects of such fills on structures founded on fills\, adjacent structures\, and subsurface utilities is important to avoid costly post-construction maintenance and potential legal issues; e.g.\, approach embankment fill deformation near a bridge structure leads to the ubiquitous “bump at the end of the bridge.”  This workshop discusses the mechanisms of internal and external deformation in embankment fills. Evaluation of subsurface stresses and slope stability aspects related to embankment fills is also discussed. Estimation of the ground compaction factor is discussed\, which is a key element for the determination of final earthwork quantities.  Good practices for ensuring the stability and performance of a bridge structure’s approach elements are discussed.  Practical design solutions to mitigate the embankment stability problems will be discussed. \nUsing a collaborative and interactive learning approach\, this virtual workshop will help you understand: (a) design elements for embankment fills\, and (b) the effect of embankment fills on structures in fills\, adjacent structures\, and subsurface utilities. The workshop will help you assimilate these crucial considerations through active participation\, frequent interactions\, and real-time expert feedback. These interactions will help you better understand the nuances of design and construction procedures\, so you can avoid costly errors in real-world projects. Between the two live sessions\, attendees will work independently on an application (e.g.\, exercises) or a reflection (e.g.\, reading) assignment. \nSESSION 1 \n\nIntroductions\nConfiguration of embankment fills\nGeneral concepts of stress and strain\nEstimating stress distribution in foundation geomaterials\nNarrow versus wide embankment fills\nConcepts of lateral squeeze\nSlope stability considerations\nEstimation of internal and external deformations\nReview of Session 1\nInteractive Question and Answer (Q&A) session\nAssignemnt of classwork\n\nSESSION 2 \n\nReview of classwork\nBridge abutment configurations (e.g.\, stub\, open\, integral\, MSE\, etc.)\nEffects of fills on bridge abutments\nEffects of fills on approach slabs\nEffects on subsurface utilities\nSelection of embankment fill materials\nCompaction procedures and induced stresses\nSuggestions for geotechnical investigations\nSuggestions for mitigation of embankment stability problems\nReview of Session 2 and full workshop\nInteractive Question and Answer (Q&A) session\nAdjourn
URL:https://ncsgeoresources.com/event/online-workshop-on-embankments-and-their-interaction-with-structures-and-subsurface-utilities/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20271018T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20271018T133000
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SUMMARY:Online Workshop: Soil Nail Walls - Design and Construction
DESCRIPTION:Soil nailing technology is versatile and has been widely used worldwide over the last 3 decades for temporary and permanent excavation support. The design and performance of soil nail walls are intricately linked with their construction procedures.  To avoid adverse performance issues\, design and construction processes for a soil nail wall must be tailored to specific geometry and the environment (conditions) expected over its specified lifetime. This workshop will help participants gain a better understanding of design and construction procedures using limit-state concepts\, aligned with the latest guidelines based on the Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) methodology of the American Association of State Highway Officials (AASHTO) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). The contrast between LRFD and Allowable Stress Design (ASD) methodologies will also be included. Design and construction (including field testing) aspects of Solid Bar Soil Nails (SBSNs) and Hollow Bar Soil Nails (HBSNs) will be discussed. \nUsing a collaborative\, interactive learning approach\, this virtual workshop will help you understand the design and construction of soil-nail walls. You will learn new design approaches based on the LRFD platform\, which underpins the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) guidelines for soil nail walls. The workshop will help you assimilate the design and construction aspects through active participation by frequent interactions throughout the workshop and real-time expert feedback. These interactions will help you understand the nuances of the newer design principles and avoid costly design errors in real-world projects. Between the two live sessions\, attendees will work independently on an application (e.g.\, exercises) or a reflection (e.g.\, reading) assignment. \nSession 1 of 2 \n\nIntroductions\nTerminology\, construction steps\, applications\, and explorations\nLimit states\, load factors\, and resistance factors\nService limit state (wall movements)\nStrength and Extreme Event limit states\nLimit Equilibrium (LE) analysis software tools\nCorrosion Considerations\nFacing (shotcrete)\nReview of Session 1\nInteractive Question and Answer (Q&A) session\nAssignment of classwork\nAdjourn for classwork and break\n\nSession 2 of 2 \n\nRoadmap for Session 2\nReview of classwork assignments\nInformation for plans and specifications\nNail types and construction processes\nGrout and grouting\nNail testing and nail acceptance criteria\nClosure and References\nReview of Session 2 and full workshop\nInteractive Question and Answer (Q&A) session
URL:https://ncsgeoresources.com/event/online-workshop-soil-nail-walls-design-and-construction-3/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20271213T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20271213T143000
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SUMMARY:Online Workshop on Compaction of Soils and Engineering Properties of Compacted Soils
DESCRIPTION:In the construction of highway embankments\, earth dams\, retaining walls\, structural foundations\, and many other facilities\, loose soils must be compacted to increase their densities.  The principal objectives in compacting soil are normally to create fill of high strength and low compressibility\, and\, in the case of water-retaining fill\, of low permeability. The ultimate goal is to construct safe earth structures that can provide the desired serviceability over their design lifetimes and minimize long-term maintenance. This workshop discusses the conventional (e.g.\, Proctor) methods of compaction and alternative methods of compaction based on soil air voids and shear strength (SAV&S) principles. It evaluates applicability of compaction procedures for various soil landforms (e.g.\, residual vs transported) soils. It also discusses implications of laboratory tests on field compaction specifications and properties of compacted soils such as shear strength\, volume change\, and permeability. It evaluates the concept of cohesion component of shear strength in compacted soils. \nUsing a collaborative and interactive learning approach\, this virtual workshop will help learners understand challenges associated with specification and construction of safe and serviceable compacted soil structures that will also help long-term maintenance needs. Learn new concepts of soil compaction that builds upon your prior knowledge and through active participation you will integrate the new knowledge into your understanding. You will also generate new ideas through brainstorming and discussion and develop a better understanding of the practical methods and processes of soil compaction\, learn about real-world problems that your peers encounter on projects\, and solutions they have implemented\, and receive real-time expert feedback. In between the two live sessions\, attendees will independently work on an application (e.g.\, exercises) or a reflection (e.g.\, reading) assignment. \nSession 1 \n\nIntroductions\nTerminology and Basics of Compaction\nEffect of Unit Weight\, Voids\, and Fabric/Structure\nField Compaction Procedures\nRelative Density and Relative Compaction\nPractical Issues and SAV&S Field Control Method\nChoice of Field Compaction Control Method\n\nSession 2 \n\nReview of classwork assignment\nRoadmap for Day 2\nShear Strength Characteristics of Compacted Soils\nVolume Change Characteristics of Compacted Soils\nPermeability Characteristics of Compacted Soils\nProof-rolling\nReview of full workshop\nInteractive Question and Answer (Q&A) session\n\nAdjourn
URL:https://ncsgeoresources.com/event/online-workshop-on-compaction-of-soils-and-engineering-properties-of-compacted-soils-3/
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