IDENTIFICATION OF GEOPATHIC STRESS WITH BLACK SPOT MAPPING USING AUTOCAD

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Shivani Vikas Dombale, Gautam Bhimashankar Gaikwad, Uma Nandu Garud, Krishna Channappa Bhattagoud, Prof. Rahul Balasaheb Matkar

Geopathic Stress, Black Spot Mapping, AutoCAD, Pavement Distress, Road Accidents, Highway Safety.

Geopathic Stress (GS) refers to harmful earth energies or distorted electromagnetic fields generated by subsurface conditions such as flowing groundwater, mineral deposits, geological faults, and underground cavities. These energies influence not only human health but also the structural stability of pavements and built infrastructure. The present study aims to identify, analyze, and mitigate geopathic stress zones along road corridors, with special emphasis on their correlation with accident black spots. The research integrates geophysical field techniques with GIS-based mapping for spatial visualization. Field investigations were carried out using L-rod dowsing and geo-resistivity meter methods to detect GS zones, supported by validation through the GP 3D and NAAV meter (Light Interference Technique). Observations indicated that in GS zones, copper rods deflect significantly and electrical resistivity values reduce due to the presence of underground water veins. Laboratory testing of soil samples revealed that GS zones exhibited higher moisture content, void ratio, and plasticity, leading to early pavement distress such as cracking, spalling, and surface deterioration. Studies from the Mumbai–Pune Expressway and adjacent highways revealed a strong correlation between GS-affected zones and frequent accident locations, suggesting that GS contributes to both driver reaction time disturbances and pavement degradation. Accident black spots were identified using ranking, severity index, and accident density methods as per NHAI and MSRDC records. This project focuses on the identification of geopathic stress zones (black spots) within a selected study area and their representation using AutoCAD-based mapping techniques. The study involves field investigation using traditional dowsing methods and observation techniques to locate stress-prone areas. The collected data is then systematically plotted and digitized using AutoCAD software to create accurate black spot maps. This study demonstrates the practical application of modern drafting tools like AutoCAD in combination with traditional detection techniques to enhance awareness and mitigation of geopathic stress in construction projects. The findings aim to promote healthier living environments and safer structural practices.

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Shivani Vikas Dombale, Gautam Bhimashankar Gaikwad, Uma Nandu Garud, Krishna Channappa Bhattagoud, & Prof. Rahul Balasaheb Matkar (October-2026). IDENTIFICATION OF GEOPATHIC STRESS WITH BLACK SPOT MAPPING USING AUTOCAD. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NOVEL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT, 11(10), b252-b258. https://ijnrd.org/papers/IJNRD2610128.pdf

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Country: Pune, Maharashtra, India

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