Geotechnical parameter modelling as a contribution to the local seismic zonation: San Cristóbal city, Cuba
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geotechnical parameters, local seismic zonation, modeling.Abstract
The geotechnical parameters of soils (number of strokes of the standard penetration trial, natural density, content of fine material, liquid limit, humidity and plasticity index are included in the empirical equations to determine the variations of the seismic intensity, transversal waves, susceptibility to liquefaction, among others. Generally, average values are used to characterize the geological formation or geological engineering complex; which causes a great deal of uncertainty. This article proposes a procedure for estimating and modelling the main geotechnical parameters that have an impact on the local seismic zonation. The procedure is divided into 4 stages: the preparation of a data base, an exploratory analysis of data, the development of a 3D geological model and finally the production of a quantitative model. The application of this methodology in the city of San Cristóbal revealed low values of natural density which suggests unfavorable conditions of soils in relation to soil response to seismic activities.Downloads
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