GEOLOGICAL & GEOTECHNICAL STUDIES

Geological and geotechnical studies provide the technical basis required for the safe, durable, and cost-effective design of structures by determining the engineering properties of soil and rock masses. HİDROJEOTEK delivers technical consultancy services throughout all project phases by conducting planning and analysis processes in accordance with internationally recognized standards.

The studies aim to evaluate site-specific geological conditions from an engineering perspective and to support decision-making processes with reliable technical data.

Ground Investigation

Ground investigation studies involve the determination of soil and rock parameters required for structural and infrastructure design in compliance with national and international standards. HİDROJEOTEK conducts comprehensive field and laboratory studies to characterize engineering properties of subsurface materials.

Key activities include:

  • Standards-Compliant Ground Investigations:
    Geological and geotechnical investigations conducted in accordance with TSE, EUROCODE, BS, ISRM, ASTM, and AASHTO standards.

  • Field and Laboratory Testing:
    Supervision of drilling operations and in-situ testing to determine soil and rock mechanics properties in accordance with international standards; including data collection and engineering interpretation.

  • Lithological and Mineralogical Analyses:
    Lithological descriptions, petrographic examinations, and mineralogical analyses conducted to better understand the physical behavior of geological media.

Engineering Geology & Analysis

Engineering geology studies aim to analyze complex soil and rock mass behavior and to translate these findings into engineering design inputs through analytical and numerical approaches.

The scope of work includes:

  • Design and Stability Analyses:
    Engineering designs and assessments addressing excavation and fill areas, retaining and support structures, and critical slope stability problems.

  • Underground Structures:
    Engineering geology analyses required for the design of tunnels, shafts, and similar underground structures, including ground–structure interaction assessments.

  • Excavatability and Material Investigations:
    Determination of excavation classes and excavatability characteristics; investigation of fill and aggregate material sites.

  • Ground Improvement Solutions:
    Evaluation of settlement problems, excavation feasibility analyses, and development of site-specific ground improvement strategies. 

Geo-Hazard Analyses and Risk Management

Geo-hazard analyses focus on the identification and management of natural and operational geological risks. HİDROJEOTEK aims to support risk mitigation through early identification and engineering-based solutions.

Key activities include:

  • Hazard Identification:
    Assessment of geo-hazards such as landslides, liquefaction, rockfall, and erosion using advanced analytical methods.

  • Instrumental and Observational Monitoring:
    Monitoring of identified risk areas through instrumental and observational techniques, data evaluation, and periodic reporting.

  • Mitigation Planning and Implementation Support:
    Development of site-specific mitigation measures and provision of technical support during implementation phases.

Methodological Standards & Engineering Practice

All geological and geotechnical studies conducted by HİDROJEOTEK are carried out in compliance with European Standards (Eurocodes) and current international engineering literature. The studies are planned with appropriate technical depth based on project requirements and reported to effectively support engineering decision-making processes.

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