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[ August 23, 2026 ] Living Below an Unstable Alpine Slope Geologic Hazards
[ August 23, 2026 ] Remembering J. Michael Duncan, a Geotechnical Engineering Legend In Memoriam
[ August 16, 2026 ] DFI Webinar to Cover Transmission-Line Structures and Foundation Requirements Available Resources
[ August 16, 2026 ] Upcoming Webinar Looks at Engineering Concerns About Polyurethane Injection Available Resources
[ August 16, 2026 ] RSSeismic Adds Python Scripting and New Site-Response Capabilities Software Updates

Schneider in Talks to Acquire Bentley Systems

April 29, 2024 rockman Comments Off

Schneider Electric, a French energy management company, is reported to be in talks to acquire Bentley Systems, the well-know engineering software company worth approximately $16B. Bentley has noted that discussions are at a preliminary stage, […]

Taiwan 7.2 Magnitude Earthquake

April 5, 2024 rockman Comments Off

An earthquake of magnitude 7.2 hit the island of Taiwan at 8am local time on April 3, 2024. At least 9 people were killed and 900 injured in early numbers, with some people still listed […]

Charles Darwin - What's his connection to geotechnical engineering?

A Darwin Link to Geotechnical Engineering?

March 14, 2024 rockman Comments Off

Everyone knows the name Charles Darwin and his theory of evolution by natural selection. But did you know he has a connection to the roots of geotechnical engineering? Charles Darwin had some talented children, among […]

ADSC Foundation Drilling Magazine February-March 2024 - Women in Construction

Foundation Drilling Magazine – Women in Construction Edition

March 11, 2024 rockman Comments Off

The February/March issue of ADSC’s Foundation Drilling Magazine is a special edition focusing on women in construction. You NEED to read this magazine. There is a great article from ADSC’s executive director, Peggy Hagerty Duffy, […]

GEO5 2024 Edition

March 11, 2024 rockman Comments Off

In the latest 2024 edition of the GEO5 geotechnical software suite, users can expect an array of enhancements designed to improve functionality, efficiency, and user experience. This package continues to be perhaps the most comprehensive […]

Canadian Foundation Engineering Manual 5th Edition

February 12, 2024 rockman Comments Off

Congratulations to my WSP colleagues in Canada for their role in the preparation of the latest version of the Canadian Foundation Engineering Manual. The 5th Edition was published in October of 2023. It is certainly […]

Foundations of the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center

January 31, 2024 rockman Comments Off

The Twin Towers are known to the world for their tragic end on September 11, 2001. However geotechnical engineers also know that the foundation design and construction for these landmark structures was particularly complex and […]

Subway penetration by drill rig in Istanbul, Turkey

Foundation Rig Drills Into Subway Line in Turkey

January 21, 2024 rockman Comments Off

The video below from X user @githii shows a startling sight: what appears to be a foundation drill rig punched right through the crown of a subway tunnel in Istanbul, Turkey several days ago. Reportedly […]

In Memoriam: Jim Mitchell (1930-2023)

December 20, 2023 rockman Comments Off

We celebrate the life and mourn the passing of a geotechnical legend, Jim Mitchell, who died peacefully in his home in Massachusetts on December 17, 2023, at the age of 93. It is virtually impossible […]

Video: Rocscience’s Year in Review

December 20, 2023 rockman Comments Off

Rocscience had a busy 2023, with a new program RocSlope, and a plethora of new features for their other products. Check out this video summary that also includes a few teasers about 2024!