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Termez University of Economics and Service , Termiz , Uzbekistan
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Bukhara State Pedagogical Institute , Bukhara , Uzbekistan
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University of Information Technologies and Management Uzbekistan
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Karshi State University , Karshi , Uzbekistan
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Tashkent University of Architecture and Civil Engineering , Tashkent , Uzbekistan
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Andijan State University , Andijan , Uzbekistan
National University of Uzbekistan named after Mirzo Ulugbek , Tashkent , Uzbekistan
In the current era, geotechnical engineering plays an important role in designing, constructing, and maintaining buildings and other forms of infrastructure. Geotechnical engineering plays an important role in ensuring that the infrastructure is built safely, stably, and strongly capable of withstanding natural disasters such as earthquakes. The economic aspects of geotechnical engineering discussed in this paper are analyzed through the lens of total construction costs, risk reduction, and Resilience (i.e., ability to withstand) of infrastructure. In this paper, advancements in soil testing, development of foundation design, and application of new seismic-resistant construction technologies are examined to explore how innovation in geotechnical engineering can save money and eliminate damage from disasters. To minimize the potential for earthquake-related economic losses, as well as to provide greater safety and stability to structures (buildings, bridges, and transportation networks), geotechnical engineering includes cutting-edge geotechnical methods, including ground improvement methods and seismic retrofitting methods. Beyond these benefits, the author also discusses the other areas of economic benefit from geotechnical engineering, including increased property values and lower insurance rates, as well as promoting sustainable urban development. With the ever-increasing rate of urbanization, the contribution of geotechnical engineering is bound to rise in providing the stability of infrastructure in areas affected by earthquakes. The paper ends with a conclusion about the future development of geotechnical engineering, including smart materials and real-time monitoring technologies, and how it may redefine the economic condition of the construction and disaster management aspects. Finally, geotechnical engineering is one of the foundations of modern infrastructure and a significant source of economic value, as well as providing the safety and robustness of societies in the context of natural risks.
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