Transforming Current Design Practice for Controlled Modulus Columns

目前控制模数柱支承路堤的设计方法比较陈旧，不经济。该项目旨在使用创新的数字和图像处理技术来开发使用100%可回收、环保和高度耐用的EPS地球泡沫的新设计方法。研究结果将有助于加深对安装过程中由于涂抹区的形成和对邻近柱子的破坏而提高柱子承载能力的基础知识。将为工程师开发数字工具和设计指南。好处包括设计和建造更轻、更便宜、更安全和更稳定的堤坝，并从澳大利亚未来的基础设施发展中获得显著的成本和环境收益。

Current design methods used for Controlled Modulus Column-supported embankments are outdated and uneconomical. This project aims to use innovative numerical and image processing techniques to develop new design methods that use 100% recyclable, environmentally friendly and highly durable EPS geofoam. Outcomes will advance the fundamental knowledge of bearing capacity increase of columns due to formation of smear zone and damages to nearby columns during installation. Numerical tools and design guidelines will be developed for engineers. The benefits include the design and construction of lighter, cheaper, safer and more stable embankments with significant cost and environmental gains from future infrastructure developments in Australia.