Use of Image Analysis Methods in Geotechnical Engineering

Image processing technology includes transferring of images of objects to a computer and to process by the computer for particular objectives. Image analysis, which aims to mimick tasks that the human eye can do, is one of the most popular subjects for today’s scientists and engineers. In recent years, with increasing rate, it is used in geotechnical engineering for solutions such as deformation measurements, shear analysis, porosity analysis, to determine particle size and shape parameters, to determine geotextile characteristics. In this study; possible use of image analysis methods in the solution of the problems encountered geotechnical engineering was investigated. Literature on the use of the image analysis as a complementary method, during identification and reveal of mechanical behavior of rocks and soils in the laboratory and in the field was evaluated, advantages and limitations were discussed