The structure of soil is formed by the geometrical arrangement of soil particles with respect to each other. Different soils contain different structures and each structure gives us the properties of particular soil. Types of Soil Structures There are six ...
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Pressuremeter Test on Soil for In-Situ Stress Strain Determination
What is a Pressuremeter? A pressuremeter is a device which is used to determine the stress strain relations of in-situ soil by pumping it into the certain depth of borehole. It is designed by Menard of France so, it is ...
Stability of Slopes for Excavations in Different Soil Types
Stability of slopes in open excavation in different soil condition along with the factors that control slope stability in open excavation are discussed. Fig.1: Various Excavation Condition Factors Affecting Slope Stability in Open Excavation Types of soil Time during which ...
What are the Errors in Borehole Data Interpretation for Site Investigation?
Borehole is small diameter vertical hole drilled into ground to take samples for soil investigation and evaluation. Errors in borehole data interpretation for site investigation is discussed.
How to Set Up Proper Layout of Trial Pits for Site Investigation? What are the Purpose of Trial Pits?
Trail pits are the first option considered for soil investigations. Suitable layout for trial pits and its purpose in site investigation is discussed.
Plate Load Test to Calculate Bearing Capacity and Settlement of Soil
Plate load test is done at site to determine the ultimate bearing capacity of soil and settlement of foundation under the loads for clayey and sandy soils.
Bearing Capacity of Soil – Types and Calculations
The bearing capacity of soil is defined as the capacity of the soil to bear the loads from the foundation. Safe bearing capacity is used for foundations.
CAUSES OF FAILURE OF GROUND SLOPES
An exposed ground surface that stands at an angle with the horizontal is called slope. Slopes are required in the construction of highway and railway embankments, earth dams, levees and canals. These are constructed by sloping the lateral faces of ...