Seismic piezocone penetration tests (SCPTu) with dissipation phases are particularly useful for geotechnical site characterization as they provide four independent readings with depth from a single sounding, as well as time-rate information. Methods of evaluating ...

Recent research shows that G0 applies to both static and dynamic properties, as well as to both undrained and drained loading conditions in geotechnical situations. Since the traditional penetration readings from the cone correspond to failure states, an entire ...

This paper reviews the factors that influence the behavior of foundations in seismic environments. It discusses aspects related with seismic load definition, dynamic soil properties, field and laboratory testing equipment, geoseismic instrumentation of prototypes, ...