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Intelligent compaction is the compaction of road materials, such as the layers of soils, aggregate bases, or asphalt pavement materials, using advanced vibratory rollers armed with a unified measurement system, a computer reporting system, GPS-based mapping, and Optional Feedback Control ...
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Effects of Compaction on Soil Properties
Compaction is the process of expulsion of air from the voids present in the soil. In the construction field, it is an important process as it improves the engineering properties of soil to a great magnitude. Effects of compaction on different ...
Compaction vs. Consolidation of Soils
Both Compaction and consolidation are responsible to cause a reduction in the volume of soil which is due to the compressibility characteristics of the soil. The differences between these two are tabulated below. Differences between Compaction and Consolidation of Soil ...
Soil Moisture Content-Dry Density Relationship
In compaction of soils, the main aim is to keep the soil particles close together which leads to improve dry density of soil. The soil with maximum dry density is suitable for the several constructional purposes. But maximum dry density ...
Compaction of Concrete – Methods and Results of Improper Vibration of Concrete
Compaction of concrete is mostly carried out with vibrators. Methods of concrete compactions, types of vibrators and results of poor compaction is discussed.
Slump and Compacting Factor Test Values and Uses in Concrete Workability
Concrete slump and compacting factor tests are most used test for workability. The degree of workability of concrete depends on the values of test results.
Different Types of Soil Compaction Equipment: Types of Rollers
There are different types of rollers and other soil compaction equipments available. Use of these compacting machines depends on soil types and moisture conditions. Different Types of Soil Compaction Equipments: The soil compaction equipments can be divided into two groups: ...
Soil Stabilization with Lime and Fly Ash
Soil stabilization means the improvement of the stability of bearing power of the soil by the use of controlled compaction, proportioning under the addition of suitable admixtures or stabilizers.