Abstract: Membrane penetration effects in drained and undrained tests are discussed. A qualitative analysis is performed to find which factors influence the membrane penetration and, at least approximately, to what extent. It is ...

Abstract: Carbonatic rocks are subject to progressive degradation of their mechanical characteristics due to weathering. This phenomenon may have relevance for engineering since it can induce settlement of foundations, progressive ...

Abstract: The remediation measures taken for an abandoned gypsum mine in the Italian Alps are presented. The mine consists of four levels, excavated by the room-and-pillar method in an evaporitic formation. The two lower levels were ...

Abstract: Cement stabilization of metallurgical residues is a frequently implemented option to reduce the associated environmental risks and thus simplify residue disposal procedures. As chemical stabilization is the first and main ...

Abstract: Cases of pipeline damage caused by landslides are common in coastal or mountainous regions, where a continuous monitoring/repair activity is planned in order to maintain their serviceability. The analysis of the soil–structure ...