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Offshore geotechnical engineering

Offshore geotechnical engineering is a type of engineering that looks at the soil and rocks found beneath the surface of the ocean. It involves figuring out how strong the soil and rocks are and how stable they are when in contact with water. Geotechnical engineers use special tools and instruments to study the materials below the seafloor and see which ones are suitable for building structures like bridges, oil rigs, or ports. This type of engineering helps ensure that these structures can handle the weight of the materials on them and any wave or weather conditions that may come their way.