1 Inclinometer Data Inclinometer Data & & Recognition of System Errors Recognition of System Errors By By P. Erik Mikkelsen, P.E. P. Erik Mikkelsen, P.E. Consulting Engineer Consulting Engineer GeoMetron GeoMetron Inc PS Inc PS Bellevue, WA USA Bellevue, WA USA (Graphics: Courtesy of Rick Monroe, Durham Geo (Graphics: Courtesy of Rick Monroe, Durham Geo-Slope Indicator) Slope Indicator) Univ. of Florida Short Course, March 19, 2007 Univ. of Florida Short Course, March 19, 2007 Installed Casing
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Inclinometer DataInclinometer Data& &
Recognition of System ErrorsRecognition of System Errors
ByByP. Erik Mikkelsen, P.E.P. Erik Mikkelsen, P.E.
Consulting EngineerConsulting EngineerGeoMetronGeoMetron Inc PSInc PSBellevue, WA USABellevue, WA USA
(Graphics: Courtesy of Rick Monroe, Durham Geo(Graphics: Courtesy of Rick Monroe, Durham Geo--Slope Indicator)Slope Indicator)
Univ. of Florida Short Course, March 19, 2007Univ. of Florida Short Course, March 19, 2007
Installed Casing
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Inclinometer Casing
The Function of Casing
• Provides sub-surface access for measurements.
• Maintains orientation of probe.
• Provides flat surface for repeatable measurements.
•Grooves compatible with probe wheels
• Deforms with the surrounding ground.
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Glue & Rivet CouplingsAdvantages
• Very strong. High tolerancefor twisting and bending.