Geosystems Laboratory, founded in June 2002, has a vision to become a world-class laboratory by leading a new leap forward in geotechnical engineering by grafting modern theories and techniques based on the concept of traditional geotechnical engineering.

We are focusing on micro-scale unit behavior that complements Terzaghi’s theory by conducting parallel fundamental theoretical and systematic experimental research.

The Geotechnical Systems Laboratory researches the behavioral mechanisms of various target grounds, such as soil and rock, from a micro-scale perspective that is fundamental to understanding the engineering behavioral mechanisms of ground at the meso-macro scale.

In addition, through research on the latest physical exploration theories and techniques based on elastic and electromagnetic waves, we present interpretation models based on fundamental physics theories and prove them through indoor experiments, thereby developing various application technologies such as 4D tomography techniques and tunnel forward prediction techniques.

Finally, by synthesizing the above studies, we are also conducting research on the development of pre-reinforcement necessity assessment techniques and pre-reinforcement technologies. Our goal is to develop economical and safe construction element technologies for creating various large-scale and large-section underground spaces centered on tunnels.

To conduct the above studies, we are equipped with various electronic and testing equipment, including multiple devices and sensors. We are also actively conducting research activities with national and public institutions and significant domestic construction companies.