Geotechnical aspects and vibration induced problems of Lopburi monuments | |
| Author | Lekhak, Beni Madhav |
| Call Number | AIT Thesis no. GT-86-13 |
| Subject(s) | Vibration research Vibration research |
| Note | A thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Engineering, School of Engineering and Technology |
| Publisher | Asian Institute of Technology |
| Abstract | A case study was made with respect to the geotechnical
problems of ~wo ancient monuments in Lopburi, Thailand namely:
Prang Sam Yod and the leaning tower of Wat Manichulakan. The
separation· of laterite blocks, tilting, and differential
settlement in the superstructure were believed either due to
ground vibrations caused by heavy traffic on adjacent streets
and railways, or some foundation problems. A detailed
investigation was launched with a series of field and
laboratory tests. Soil samples were obtained for laboratory
tests. Standard Penetration Tests ( SPT> and Dutch Cone tests
were carried out. The present existing vibration levels were
measured and monitored by means of velocity transducers. Index
tests, consolidation tests, and cyclic triaxial laboratory
tests were carried out in the laboratory. In addition, soil
chemical tests, optical mineralogy tests by thin sections, x-ray diffraction· tests on soil specimen, and weathering
characteristics were investigated on the laterite blocks. The
results showed that the underlying soil strata consist of
highly overconsolidated stiff calcareous soil |
| Year | 1987 |
| Type | Thesis |
| School | School of Engineering and Technology (SET) |
| Department | Other Field of Studies (No Department) |
| Academic Program/FoS | Geotechnical and Transportation Engineering (GT) |
| Chairperson(s) | Bergado, Dennes T. ;Towhata, Ikuo |
| Examination Committee(s) | Chandra, Sarvesh |
| Scholarship Donor(s) | Government of Italy. |
| Degree | Thesis (M.Eng.) - Asian Institute of Technology, 1987 |