Ground probing radar applications in site investigation : Fenning, P J; Jack, A G; Veness, J K Non-destructive Testing in Civil Engineering, Liverpool (United Kingdom), 14–16 Apr 1993. Vol. 2, pp 113–140. Edited by J H Bungey. The British Institute of NDT (1993)

Abstract

Although early experiments in the application of Ground Probing Radar to site investigation occurred in the early part of this century, it is only in the last ten years that this geophysical method has been used as a routine site investigation technique. All too often this technique has been misapplied and has led to disappointing results, often of little use to the Geotechnical Engineer. The reasons for this are examined and it is suggested that the introduction of Ground Probing Radar systems which are based on proven seismic reflection methodology will overcome some of the misapplications of the past. Reference is made to the requirement for radar signal propagation velocity determination to be made on site and the pre-survey requirement of assessing theoretical ground radar applicability before commencing a radar survey. Examples of case histories are given. (A) For the covering abstract see IRRD 861706.