Dr. Mothersille recently delivered a hybrid presentation to the Cambridge University Geotechnical Society, focusing on ground anchor design, construction, and testing. His talk explored the current status of Eurocode implementation, best practices in anchor engineering, and methods for ensuring reliable performance.
As part of the session, Dr. Mothersille gave a video demonstration of AnchorTest® software, showcasing its capability for real-time data analysis during mandatory anchor testing. He also highlighted his newly published book, Grouted Soil and Rock Anchors, co-authored with Dr. Donald Bruce and Professor Stuart Littlejohn.
Before the presentation, postgraduate students Mr. Diarmid Xu and Ms. Sulakna Weerasuriya-Achchillage (Chair of the Cambridge University Geotechnical Society) welcomed Dr. Mothersille with a guided tour of the 10-metre diameter Turner Beam Centrifuge at the Schofield Centre, Cambridge. This world-class facility supports research into topics such as:
• Rock-scour protection of offshore foundations under earthquake-induced liquefaction
• Pile interaction in soft clays
• Sustainable and resilient flood embankments
The visit provided an opportunity to connect advanced geotechnical research with practical industry applications—showcasing both innovation in the lab and expertise in the field.
