New Challenges in Disaster Prevention and Control of Geotechnical Engineering
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Civil Engineering".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 February 2025 | Viewed by 130
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Interests: geotechnical engineering; gel; environmental protection; disaster prevention; waste recycle
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Dear Colleagues,
In this Special Issue, we aim to address the escalating challenges posed by geotechnical hazards amid natural events such as earthquakes, climate change-driven phenomena, and rapid urbanization. As extreme weather events become increasingly frequent and severe, the role of geotechnical engineering in mitigating these hazards and enhancing resilience is more critical than ever.
We invite original research papers, reviews, and short communications that transcend traditional geotechnical practices and introduce innovative solutions for hazard mitigation. This issue seeks contributions that explore advanced risk assessment techniques, sustainable geotechnical practices, and novel engineering solutions tailored to the complexities of soil behavior under extreme conditions.
Key topics of interest include but are not limited to, the development of AI-driven risk prediction models that integrate geotechnical and geological data, cutting-edge technologies for landslide prevention, earthquake-induced liquefaction countermeasures, and advancements in soil stabilization methods using innovative materials. Papers may also delve into cement-based solidification for soil contamination treatment and other sustainable materials that provide environmental and practical advantages.
Through this Special Issue, we hope to catalyze a dialog among researchers, engineers, and practitioners to foster a deeper understanding of the new challenges in geotechnical engineering and encourage the development of effective disaster prevention and mitigation strategies. We look forward to your contributions that will inspire progress and innovation in this essential engineering field.
Prof. Dr. Shinya Inazumi
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- AI risk prediction
- climate change adaptation
- earthquake liquefaction mitigation
- geotechnical hazards
- landslide prevention
- soil contamination treatment
- soil stabilization technologies
- sustainable geotechnical practices
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