ASCE Orange County Branch x Geo-Institute Joint Event – Geotechnical Considerations in Design of Interstate 405

Presentation Abstract Artificial Intelligence is an increasingly critical field, with new advancements in this transformative technology frequently making headlines. A frequent question is, how can A.I. benefit geoprofessionals? This presentation will begin by providing a brief overview of the latest developments in A.I. and highlighting key opportunities, particularly for geotechnical engineering practitioners. The $2 billion mega-project in Orange County, which Dr. Amiri contributed to and will discuss on the first presentation, offered a wealth of high-quality subsurface and engineering design data that served as a foundation for experimentation with Generative A.I. From advanced information retrieval and synthesis to A.I. agents aiding decision support and data analysis, this presentation will demonstrate practical examples of how modern A.I. tools and frameworks can enhance the planning and execution of projects, regardless of their scale. In the end, attendees should be able to identify high-value applications of A.I. within their organizations.

The geotechnical design of…