Structural Engineering and Earthquake Simulation Laboratory1

Experimental and Micromechanical Computational Study of Pile Foundations Subjected to Liquefaction-Induced Lateral Spreading - Task 1 (1g Tests)Task 1 (1g Tests)

S. Thevanayagam, UB

Research Progress MeetingJune 27, 2006, 2-4 pm; UB-VTC

PI: R. Dobry, co-PI’s: A. Elgamal, S. Thevanayagam, T. Abdoun, M. ZeghalUB-NEES Lab: A. Reinhorn, M. Pitman, J. Hanley, T. AlbrechcinskiTulane: UsamaEl ShamyStudents: Ecemis; RPI Students

Structural Engineering and Earthquake Simulation Laboratory2

Agenda – 6/27/06Agenda – 6/27/06 Review of Minutes (ST, RD) Schedule (Updated 05/2006) – No Change UB Progress (ST)

Equipment Setup (NE, MP) Sand Construction & Density Control (NE) Updated Instrumentation & Coordination (NE, ST, TA)

Non-Destructive Shaking (MP, MZ, AE) Sloping Ground – Ground Motion (MG, AE) Decision - Pile size, thickness, etc. (July 06)