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Title: DIAPERS' WALLS Description: Basic description of the characteristics and construction process of a diaphragm wall. López Mateu, V. (2010). DIAPERS' WALLS. http://hdl.handle.net/10251/8386 Automatic description: In this video, the expert explains the characteristics and construction process of a diaphragm wall, a type of deep foundation and retaining element generally used in building construction with several underground floors, especially in urban areas with adjacent buildings or a high water table. The diaphragm wall, constructed of reinforced concrete, receives loads and thrusts from the ground and functions structurally in flexural force, with a typical thickness of 60 to 80 centimeters. The construction of a diaphragm wall involves several phases. It begins with a geotechnical study and site layout. The construction stages include the establishment of guide walls for subsequent excavation. The following section includes excavation, placement of steel reinforcement, concreting, construction of the crown beam, and finally, pouring of the ground. It is important to note that the pouring occurs after the wall is built, thus distinguishing it from other foundation techniques. Throughout the video, the entire process is illustrated through diagrams, animations, and photographs of actual construction projects, including projects in the city and at the higher education institution. The use of thixotropic slurries during excavation, the use of elephant trunks for pouring concrete, and the use of anchors are also discussed in detail. It concludes by highlighting the importance of following a rigorous order in construction and how diaphragm walls act both as thrust supports and as load transmitters to the ground. Author: López Mateu Vicente Polytechnic University of Valencia (UPV): https://www.upv.es More videos at:    / valenciaupv   Access our MOOCs: https://upvx.es #Deep Foundations #Architectural Construction #Screening Walls #ARCHITECTURAL CONSTRUCTIONS #