Hydraulic Failure and Soil Hydraulics

This lecture covers topics such as hydraulic failure, soil hydraulics, drawdown of the water table around excavations, and steady-state calculations around structures. It discusses the importance of loading history in geotechnical works, the concepts of hydraulic stability, and the calculations for excavations with screens. The instructor presents examples of hydraulic recalls, earth dam failures, and the impact of hydraulic instability on structures. Additionally, the lecture delves into the principles of flow through gravity dams, the application of soil hydraulics, and the constraints in effective stresses. Various methods for controlling groundwater levels, such as wellpoint systems and discharge wells, are also explained.