Professor Norikazu Shimizu, (CV >>>), President of the International Society of Rock Mechanics (ISRM) and distinguished scientist at the Yamaguchi University, Yamaguchi, Japan, awarded by the Prime Minister Shinzo Abe (>>>) has developed methodology for following the ground surface using satelites. He will present the application of this methodology to the biggest landslide in Zagreb and settlements of Tuzla, in the lecture organized by the Croatian Geotechnical Society and Croatian Geological Survey (>>>), on Sathurday, 19.05.2018. from 10:00 to 11, in the Croatian Geological Survey, Sachsova 2, Zagreb (>>>). After the lecture Professor Shimizu will be open to discussion.
Title of the lecture and short abstract:
Practical applications of displacement monitoring using satellite technology to landslides, land subsidence, and dam deformation – including case studies in Croatia and Bosnia and HerzegovinaSummary:
Monitoring is important for assessing the stability of natural slopes and manmade structures, and for confirming the validity of the design and countermeasure works. In addition, it is also useful for predicting risks, for managing safe operations, and for reducing project costs in Geotechnical Engineering.
There are various types of instruments for taking field measurements: extensometers, inclinometers, etc. Although they are useful, these instruments may not be adequate for monitoring large slopes or extensive areas because they can only be applied to limited areas. The satellite technologies, GPS and DInSAR, can be applied to monitor the displacement of the ground and structure surfaces over large areas.
This lecture will explain how such modern technologies work on various geotechnical issues, i.e. landslides, subsidence and dam deformation, through practical applications including case studies in Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and some other countries.
Prof. Norikazu Shimizu, Yamaguchi University