Strains and displacements in a new type of slurry wall: research field (2)
The project focused on a slurry wall constructed from an innovative material: fiber-reinforced concrete mixed with soil. Since this technology requires thorough testing prior to implementation, EpsilonRebars were incorporated to facilitate this evaluation. The structural performance of the wall was monitored during the deepening of the excavation as well as during the mechanical load tests. Thanks to Nerve-Sensors, it was possible to detect cracks but also to calculate horizontal displacements.
DFOS Sensors Installed: EpsilonRebar
Project challenges
Benefits of using the DFOS monitoring system
Results of using the DFOS monitoring system
The slurry wall was loaded using hydraulic jackets. The figure shows example horizontal displacement profiles calculated based on strains measured by EpsilonRebars during subsequent load steps. The structural performance of the Nerve-Sensor system was proved up to the total failure point of the wall. A very good agreement with reference techniques was obtained.
Example results
Recomendations (optional)
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat.
John Doe
Project partner
