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Large Diameter Foundations in Geotechnical Engineering – Ep 027

In this episode, I talk to Kathryn Petek, Ph.D., P.E., a senior associate and geotechnical engineer at Shannon & Wilson, Inc. in Seattle with nearly 20 years of experience in design, construction, and research about large diameter foundations. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Questions We Ask Kathryn:

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Large Diameter Foundations in Geotechnical Engineering – Ep 027

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