IH acquires automatic triaxial system for the Sedimentology Laboratory

In early 2012, in view of the development of new areas of marine bed research, the Hydrographic Institute advanced with the implementation of analytical techniques and geotechnical tests to characterize the mechanical properties of marine sediments. In addition to classical parameters, such as the determination of densities and limits of Atterberg, this Institute has been asked to perform other more complex tests, such as deformation tests, which are important in projects to merge structures on the high seas.

In order to meet the needs of the civil community (projects of installation of structures at sea) or for applications with military interest (mine warfare, delimitation of founders, etc.), the Hydrographic Institute has acquired for its Sedimentology Laboratory an automatic triaxial system to determine the main mechanical characteristics of marine sediments. 

In national terms, this increase in laboratory competence, combined with the capacities established in the collection of vertical samples of marine sediments, reaffirms the IH as a reference institution in carrying out activities in this area of marine research.