Construction and Post-Construction Deformations of an MSE Wall using Terrestrial Laser Scanning

Terrestrial Laser scanning is a surveying tool that can create 3D point clouds by shooting a web/mesh of laser points in a 360° range of its surroundings, determining the coordinates at each data point. This research will determine its applicability to measure deformations of a Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) retaining wall by comparing measurements to the already accepted total station surveying tool. As well, a finite element model developed using computer software will recreate site conditions to determine theoretical movements and will be compared to the surveyed movement. The results will allow industry members the ability to collect more data for monitoring the performance of in-service structures, which will provide safety to the public and assurance to the designer.

Faculty Supervisor:

Marolo Alfaro

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Partner:

Saitama University

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Education

University:

University of Manitoba

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