Geotechnical Engineering

emphasizes the need for sustainable development in geotechnical engineering by optimizing the use of rock and soil, reducing high-carbon materials, and minimizing environmental impact. It highlights global efforts to enhance geotechnical resilience to natural disasters while preserving surrounding ecosystems. The aim is to encourage geotechnical engineers to adopt eco-friendly practices during investigation, design, and construction. The Special Issue features original research showcasing innovative methods, materials, equipment, and techniques that support sustainability and resilience in geotechnical engineering.

This reprint highlights the growing role of machine learning in geotechnical engineering, addressing challenges posed by the complex, multi-phase nature of natural geological bodies. Traditional methods often fall short, but AI offers improved solutions across planning, design, and construction. The publication features insights and research from leading experts, showcasing current applications and exploring future directions for machine learning in solving geotechnical problems.

This Special Issue on “New Challenges in Offshore Geotechnical Engineering Developments” invites high-quality research addressing key challenges in offshore and ocean engineering. Driven by growth in oil, gas, and renewable energy sectors, the issue focuses on complex loading, layered soils, deeper waters, and novel foundations. It aims to highlight current limitations, emerging geotechnical challenges, and innovative solutions, including case studies, advanced technologies, and safety and reliability design. Original research from all relevant branches is encouraged.

This volume presents peer-reviewed papers from the XVIII European Conference on Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering (Lisbon, 2024), addressing key geotechnical challenges and solutions. Topics include structural design, geohazards, risk analysis, construction methods, environment and energy, and visions for future cities. Featuring case studies and research from academics and practitioners across Europe and beyond, the collection highlights innovations, emerging technologies, and lessons learned in geotechnical engineering.

This book offers the first comprehensive overview of jute fiber geotextiles, covering their properties, types, functions, and applications in geotechnical engineering. Topics include soil stabilization, road sub-grade reinforcement, riverbank erosion control, railway track settlement management, and soft soil consolidation using pre-fabricated vertical jute drains (PVJD). It also addresses testing standards, variants, and the environmental and economic benefits of jute geotextiles, supported by case studies. A chapter on soil basics aids understanding of soil-geotextile interactions. Ideal for students, researchers, and engineers, the book serves as both a reference and a teaching resource for sustainable geotechnical solutions using natural fibers.