Geotechnical risk: what are the chances?
Vaughan Griffiths Resized
Join Fulbright Distinguished Chair Professor D Vaughan Griffiths as he explores what lies beneath.
Starting at 5pm with light refreshments followed by a fascinating discussion and opportunity for a q+a with Professor Griffiths and his University of Newcastle host and collaborator Professor Anna Giacomini
About this event
Join Professor D Vaughan Griffiths, from the Colorado School of Mines in the US as he unlocks his area of expertise that focuses on risk assessment in geotechnical engineering.
As one of the world’s most highly cited geotechnical engineering researchers, Vaughan is currently in Australia working with colleagues at the Research Centre for Geotechnical Science and Engineering on risk assessment and hazard mitigation in geotechnical applications.
About this talk
Soil and rock encountered in building foundations and underground construction are among the most variable of all engineering materials. The modelling of these materials can benefit greatly from a statistical approach, leading to predictions of the probability of failure or inadequate performance. Learn more about the basic tenets of probability, and how these can be applied in geotechnical engineering: ranging from landslides to offshore wind turbine foundations.
Event info
When: 5 – 7pm Thursday, March 23, 2023
Where: The Brennan Room, University of Newcastle Callaghan Campus
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Event Information
- Date: This event was held on Thursday 23 March 2023
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.