The different views of Dynamic Compaction, a construction technique being used in preparation for the Westown Square retail experience.
This technique involves the use of a “drop weight” or “hammer,” lifted to a set height and dropped onto the ground surface in a grid pattern laid across the site. In the case of Westown Square, a 13-ton weight is hoisted into the air and dropped over a distance of 20 meters.
When the weight hits the ground, it generates a high-intensity impact force. This causes the soil particles to rearrange and settle more tightly, thereby increasing the soil density and compaction. By compacting the soil, the potential for long-term settlement is reduced, which is important for ensuring the stability and quality of the constructed structures.
These three images show the different views of dynamic compaction from directly above the holes left by the drop weight to the view showing the whole site where the dynamic compaction machines are visible.
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