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1. INTRODUCTION
Geotechnical engineering plays a vital role in construction of any major infrastructure projects,
particularly when the constructions are located in areas with soft ground conditions. The
challenge in solving various types of problem enables geotechnical engineers to accumulate
experience and sharpen their skills, also offers geotechnical engineers opportunities to contribute
their knowledge and wisdom.
This paper illustrates the importance of geotechnical engineering in construction of three major
infrastructure projects recently carried out in Taiwan. They include the Taipei Rapid Transit
System (TRTS), Underground Tunnel Under An Airport, and the Taiwan High Speed Railway.
