Geotechnical and Structures Laboratory (GSL)

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Bridging the gap

We're testing a temporary floating bridge that will make transporting vehicles across bodies of water more efficient than ever.

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Rapidly repairing airfields

With our process to repair large areas of damaged airfields, runways can be up and running within hours instead of weeks, even in remote areas.

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Testing the Titan

The world's heaviest vehicle simulator has a new home. The HVS Titan will expand ERDC's infrastructure research for the Department of Defense.

Welcome

At ERDC’s Geotechnical and Structures Laboratory (GSL), we’re developing innovative solutions to address some of the world’s toughest civil works and military engineering challenges. Learn about what we do and how you can join us.

GSL News

ERDC engineer awarded SMART Grant
9/30/2024
Research Civil Engineer Joelle Westcott with the Geotechnical and Structures Laboratory at the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) was awarded the Department of Defense (DoD)...
Katzenmeyer named USACE Manager of the Year
9/3/2024
The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC) congratulates Alan Katzenmeyer being chosen for the 2023 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Manager of the Year award...
ERDC supports modernized Army barracks pilot project
8/21/2024
The U.S. Army broke ground on a military barracks project at Joint Base Lewis-McChord near Tacoma, Washington, on August 7, 2024. The new, one-of-a-kind facility will feature sustainable building...