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Settlement Monitoring Survey
Settlement monitoring surveys are essential for tracking ground movements and detecting shifts in structures or land. They are crucial in various fields, including construction, geotechnical engineering, and urban planning. The primary aim is to ensure that any movements or settlements are detected early, allowing for timely intervention to mitigate potential damage or risks.
- Purpose of this Survey is
- Identify and monitor any settlement or movement in structures or land to prevent damage and ensure safety.
- Assess the stability of structures during and after construction, especially in areas prone to subsidence or shifting.
- Ensure that construction or excavation activities comply with regulatory requirements and do not negatively impact surrounding areas.
- Manage risks associated with ground movements, such as potential damage to adjacent properties or infrastructure.
- Methods of settlement monitoring
- Traditional Surveying Techniques – Levelling and Total Station
- Modern Geodetic Techniques - GNSS ( Global Navigation satellite Systems) and InSAR (Interferometric Synthetic Aperture Radar)
- Instrumental Monitoring – Inclinometers and Extensometers
- Building Monitoring Systems – Tiltmeters and Crack Gauges
- Process
- Planning and Preparation
- Installation
- Data collection
- Data Analysis
- Reporting and Action
- Review and Follow up
- Applications
- Early Warning
- Structural safety
- Regulatory Compliance
- Damage Prevention
- Challenges
- Data Management
- Environmental Factors
- Instrument Calibration