The issues, which affect the successful application of ground improvement in soil and rock, are studied R3gdLa.
with emphasis on the design, construction and long-term performance of the improved ground. Discussed Ug>~Rq]
are over thirty technical issues affecting twenty four ground improvement techniques representing the eight ?PeJlpYzV
main categories of ground improvement in soil: densification, consolidation, weight reduction, g+vva "
reinforcement, chemical treatment, thermal stabilization, electrotreatment and biotechnical stabilization. The Y']\Jq{OS
issues, which influence rock integrity, are also discussed, including those related to rock properties as well as ~ =M7 3U#
external factors such as water, climate, earthquakes and others. Eight types of rock degradation are [9evz}X
described in the paper and possible remediation measures are identified for each, many of which include the /R]U}o^/(%
application of ground improvement. Several factors, which may influence the selection of a ground H<i]V9r
improvement technique or a combination of techniques, are discussed and a case study is presented to 0l )~i' '
demonstrate the selection process.
