| EPSRC Reference: |
GR/K54014/01 |
| Title: |
INTERPRETATION OF RADAR SIGNALS FROM RIVER SCOUR HOLE SURVEYS |
| Principal Investigator: |
Bungey, Professor J |
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| Department: |
Civil Engineering |
| Organisation: |
University of Liverpool |
| Scheme: |
Standard Research (Pre-FEC) |
| Starts: |
26 May 1995 |
Ends: |
25 May 1997 |
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140,818
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| Coastal & Waterway Engineering |
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It is proposed to build upon the results and expertise gained during a recently completed pilot study to examine the use of sub-surface radar to detect silt filled river-bed scour holes around bridge piers. Other techniques have, as yet, failed to provide a satisfactory solution to the major industrial problem which has serious social and economic implications. The work will concentrate on the use of laboratory model tests and field tests to validate and extend recently developed computer software which will enable survey results to be interpreted to yield details of scour hold characteristics and dimensions. This programme will examine in detail many practical factors including the influence of materials properties, scour hold configuratin and dimensions in relation to the bridge pier and field measurement techniques. It is also intended to develop practical guidelines for the planning and execution of scour hole surveys using radar. A range of relevant industrial organisations hav ebeen identified to collaborate on either a formal or informal basis.
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