Complex conductivity signatures of compressive deformation and shear failure in soils

The mechanical properties of soils play a crucial role in site assessment for construction and infrastructure. Soils with low shear strength can become unstable as a result of natural and/or anthropogenic induced forces. Standard geotechnical methods, such as compressive strength tests, quantify the mechanical properties of soils, but these methods have low spatiotemporal resolution and may involve disruption of existing infrastructure. In...