Reposted by Henry
Thawing permafrost could cause up to $51 billion in damage to Alaska’s buildings and roads.
Engineers are using drones and digital models to spot sinking ground (and potential damage!) before it happens.
theconversation.com
Arctic infrastructure was built on frozen ground – drones and digital twins can help spot the permafrost thaw coming
A regional permafrost map can’t tell a builder if a particular foundation or road will survive as temperatures rise. Engineers need to see beneath the surface to find the weaknesses.
