Abstract
The role of geophysics in geotechnical engineering is considered for Portugal. In the developing period since 70’s, geophysics has mainly contributed to the investigation of new projects such as tunnels, dams and high-rise buildings. In the coming sustainable era, geophysics must be used for increasing safety and quality for human life. Some of the geophysical methods applied to geotechnical engineering are briefly described. Application examples of geophysics to investigations for disaster prevention, maintenance of existing constructions and soil and groundwater pollutions are also presented to demonstrate their role in geotechnical engineering. Future topics in this field for geophysics and geophysicists are also discussed.
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