Execution of Special Geotechnical Work - Diaphragm Walls
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The DIN EN 1538 standard provides guidelines for the construction and execution of diaphragm walls. Diaphragm walls can be either permanent or temporary structures and are used for various purposes such as retaining walls and cut-off walls.
The standard focuses on different types of diaphragm walls and their execution methods. Retaining walls, which are designed to support the sides of excavations, can be constructed using cast in situ concrete, precast concrete, or reinforced slurry methods. On the other hand, cut-off diaphragm walls are built to prevent the migration of groundwater or other liquids in the ground and can be made using slurry walls with membranes or sheet piles, or plastic concrete walls.
This standard emphasizes the practical aspects of executing diaphragm walls and includes provisions for the production of working drawings. It provides guidance on the construction materials, techniques, and quality control measures required to meet the specified standards. Compliance with DIN EN 1538 ensures the proper execution of diaphragm walls and contributes to the overall safety and stability of geotechnical structures.
| Descriptors | Civil engineering, Concretes, Construction, Construction materials, Construction operations, Constructional products, Definitions, Design, Diaphragm walls, Dimensioning, Draft, Excavations, Geotechnics, Information, Planning, Retaining walls, Shoring, Site investigations, Special geotechnical work, Specification (approval), Stays, Subsoil, Surveillance (approval), Technical data sheets, Walls, Workmanship |
| ICS Codes | 93.020 - Earthworks. Excavations. Foundation construction. Underground works |
| Language(s) | English |
| File Size | 1.6 MB |
