Category: Geotechnical Data Management
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Entering, Reporting, and Storing Geotechnical Tests in GDMS: A Complete Workflow Tutorial
Managing geotechnical test data efficiently is critical for ensuring accuracy, consistency, and long-term usability across projects. Whether you’re working with borehole logs, laboratory testing, or in-situ measurements, having a structured workflow inside a Geotechnical Data Management System (GDMS) can dramatically improve productivity and reduce errors. In this comprehensive tutorial, we’ll walk through how to enter,…
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How Can I Use Project Views in GDMS to Display Geotechnical Test Tables and Charts?
Managing complex laboratory tests and historical data across multiple projects can be a significant challenge for geotechnical engineers. The Geotechnical Data Management System (GDMS) by GAEA Technologies simplifies this by providing a centralized platform where test results aren’t just stored, but are fully integrated into the project’s visual landscape. Using Project Views within GDMS allows you to move beyond…
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How Do I Create a Constant Head Permeability Test (ASTM D2434) in GDMS?
Measuring the hydraulic conductivity of granular soils is essential for assessing seepage, drainage, and foundation stability. The Geotechnical Data Management System (GDMS) by GAEA Technologies streamlines the Constant Head Permeability (ASTM D2434) workflow, transforming raw laboratory measurements into professional, auditable reports. Step-by-Step Guide to Creating the Test in GDMS 1. Initialize the Test in the Project Access your project within the GaeaSynergy platform…
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How Do I Create a Proctor Compaction Test (ASTM D698/D1557) in GDMS?
Managing moisture-density relationships is a cornerstone of geotechnical quality control. Whether you are performing a Standard Proctor (ASTM D698) or a Modified Proctor (ASTM D1557), the Geotechnical Data Management System (GDMS) by GAEA Technologies provides a streamlined, automated workflow to move from raw laboratory data to a professional moisture-density curve. Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Proctor Test in GDMS 1.…
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How Can I Create an Atterberg Limits (ASTM D2487) Test in GDMS?
In geotechnical engineering, understanding the “plasticity” of fine-grained soils is fundamental for predicting how they will behave under different moisture conditions. GAEA Technologies’ Geotechnical Data Management System (GDMS), part of the GaeaSynergy platform, simplifies this process by providing a standardized, digital environment for recording and reporting Atterberg Limits. While ASTM D2487 (Unified Soil Classification System) is the overarching standard for classifying the…
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How Can I Perform a Sieve Analysis Using GDMS?
Managing geotechnical laboratory tests shouldn’t be a “logistical nightmare”. GAEA Technologies’ Geotechnical Data Management System (GDMS) is a powerful module within the GaeaSynergy suite designed to simplify and standardize the entire testing lifecycle. By integrating laboratory information management (LIMS) with geotechnical analysis, GDMS allows engineers to capture, store, and report complex test results with clinical precision. Performing…