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Geotechnical investigation. For engineering projects these investigations may include preliminary studies, preconstruction or design investigations, consultation during construction, and the maintenance of the completed structure.  1, record 1, English, - geotechnical%20investigation

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The scope of the geotechnical site investigation varies with the type of project but typically includes topographic and location surveys, exploratory borings, and groundwater monitoring. Frequently, the borings are supplemented by soundings and test pits. Occasionally, air photo interpretations, in situ testing, and geophysical investigations are conducted.  2, record 1, English, - geotechnical%20investigation

Record 1,  Textual support,  French

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Étude faite par un géotechnicien au moyen d'enquêtes, de sondages et d'essais se rapportant au sol de fondation, destinée à fournir et à interpréter les données (physiques, mécaniques, hydrogéologiques) indispensables à la conception d'un ouvrage et à sa réalisation. L'interprétation concerne ainsi, non seulement les fondations au sens strict (type, cotes, taux de travail, tassement), mais tout ce qui peut intéresser l'ouvrage en phase de travaux et en phase d'exploitation : stabilité générale du site, mouvements de terre, stabilité des fouilles, réemploi des matériaux, mode de remblaiement, structures de voiries, drainages provisoires et définitifs, soutènements, dallages, etc.  4, record 1, French, - %C3%A9tude%20g%C3%A9otechnique

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Record 2,  Textual support,  English

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The collection of basic facts about, and the testing of, surface and subsurface materials (including their physical properties, distribution, and geologic structure) at a site, for the purpose of preparing suitable designs for an engineering structure or other use.  10, record 2, English, - site%20investigation

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Site investigations. The objective of most geotechnical investigations is to obtain information on the site and subsurface conditions that is required for design and construction of engineered facilities and for evaluation and mitigation of geologic hazards, such as landslides, subsidence, and liquefaction. The site investigation is part of a fully integrated process that includes: 1. Synthesis of available data 2. Field and laboratory investigations 3. Characterization of site stratigraphy and soil properties 4. Engineering analyses 5. Formulation of design and construction criteria or engineering evaluations.  3, record 2, English, - site%20investigation

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Site investigation: as per MABUI 1982 ("Illustrated Dictionary of Building", by Paul Marsh), may not always include a subsoil investigation.  11, record 2, English, - site%20investigation

Record 2,  Textual support,  French

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Ensemble des investigations et essais, sur le site et au laboratoire, permettant l'obtention des données relatives aux propriétés physiques, mécaniques et hydrauliques du sol, nécessaires à l'étude d'un ouvrage.  9, record 2, French, - reconnaissance%20du%20sol

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La reconnaissance. Cette opération est faite en deux temps : la reconnaissance de la surface du terrain sur laquelle doit être édifiée la construction, et la reconnaissance du sol en profondeur.  7, record 2, French, - reconnaissance%20du%20sol

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