Sistema integral de monitoreo y análisis del desplazamiento superficial del terreno para la evaluación de la afectación en viviendas en la residencia de los misioneros identes, campus UTPL (Loja)

Abstract

Abstract:This research was conducted at the Identes Missionaries residence, located on the campus of the Universidad Técnica Particular de Loja, with the aim of evaluating surface displacement of the terrain and its impact on buildings using a comprehensive geotechnical and structural monitoring system. The methodology included lithostratigraphic reconnaissance, crack monitoring, and the execution of geotechnical, mineralogical, and geophysical tests. The results showed the presence of predominantly clayey soils with high susceptibility to deformation, as well as differential displacements associated with periods of higher precipitation, confirming the direct influence of high precipitation conditions on ground stability. The comprehensive analysis made it possible to identify areas of greater instability and establish a relationship between lithostratigraphic characteristics, surface dynamics, and the structural damage observed. The displacements recorded by fissure meters and control marks indicate an average surface movement of between 0.11 and 0.12 mm/month, with a preferential direction towards the north throughout the study area.