Compaction is the densification of soil through mechanical means such as rolling, ramming, or vibration to reduce porosity and increase dry density. Laboratory compaction tests determine the optimum water content and maximum dry density for a soil through controlled compaction and varying water content. Standard Proctor and Modified Proctor tests involve compacting soil in layers in a mold using a specified hammer weight and drop height. Field compaction equipment includes smooth drum rollers, pneumatic tired rollers, sheep-foot rollers, and rammers or vibrators. The dry density achieved depends on factors like water content, compactive effort, soil type, and additives used.
Field control of compaction and compaction Equipmentaishgup
This document discusses field compaction control and compaction equipment. It notes that field compaction depends on placement water content, compaction equipment type, and soil type. Placement water content should be within 2% of optimum moisture content from lab tests. Different soils require different moisture levels - cohesive soils are compacted dry of optimum while earth dam cores are compacted wet of optimum. Compaction can be measured using methods like core cutting or nuclear gauges. Common compaction equipment includes smooth drum rollers, pneumatic rubber-tired rollers, sheepfoot rollers, and vibratory rollers, each suited to different soil types. Relative compaction is used to check compaction levels in the field.
Grouting involves injecting a slurry or liquid into soil or rock to fill voids and fractures. There are three main modes of grouting: permeation where grout flows freely into voids, compaction where grout remains intact and exerts pressure, and hydraulic fracturing where grout rapidly penetrates fractured zones. Grouting is used for applications like seepage control, soil stabilization, and vibration control. Common grout materials include suspensions of cement and water, emulsions of asphalt and water, and chemical solutions. Injection methods include permeation, compaction, jet, and soil fracture grouting. Proper planning of the grouting process including ground investigation, hole pattern, and sequencing is
This presentation includes Definition of Permeability, measurement of Permeability, Validity of Darcy's law, Darcy's Law, Methods of Finding Permeability, factors affecting permeability, Permeability of Stratified Soil
1. Compaction is a mechanical process carried out before construction to reduce the volume of subsoil through expulsion of air voids, whereas consolidation starts after construction and reduces volume through expulsion of water voids as soil experiences static loading from the structure's self-weight.
2. Standard and modified proctor tests are used to determine the optimum moisture content and maximum dry density of soils for compaction. The modified test uses a heavier rammer and more soil layers to achieve higher densities.
3. Various compaction methods include rammers, vibratory and smooth wheeled rollers, sheepsfoot rollers, pneumatic tyred rollers, grid rollers, and pad foot rollers, with different methods
This document discusses various methods for analyzing the stability of finite slopes, including the Swedish circle method, friction circle method, Taylor stability number method, Bishop's method, and Culmann's method. The Swedish circle method models the failure surface as an arc of a circle and considers cases of purely cohesive soil and cohesive-frictional soil. The friction circle method also assumes a circular failure surface and models resisting forces. Taylor's stability number relates the stabilizing cohesive force to the slope height and cohesion. Bishop's method accounts for inter-slice forces and pore water pressure. Culmann's method assumes a planar failure surface passing through the toe.
The standard penetration test (SPT) involves driving a split spoon sampler into the ground using a 140 lb hammer dropped 30 inches. The number of blows required to penetrate each 6 inch interval is recorded, and the penetration resistance value N is the sum of the blows over the second and third intervals. This test is commonly used to obtain bearing capacity and estimate soil properties like density and shear strength. It is performed whenever the soil stratum changes and at intervals of no more than 1.5 meters.
This document provides information about soil compaction from an engineering lecture. It defines soil compaction, discusses how it increases soil strength and reduces permeability. It explains the principles of compaction including how it works by reducing air voids. A soil compaction curve is presented, defining optimum moisture content. Factors that affect compaction are listed such as soil type, compactive effort, and water content. Common compaction methods are also briefly outlined.
The document describes the standard Proctor compaction test procedure. The test is used to determine the maximum dry density and optimum moisture content of soils. It involves compacting soil samples at incrementally increased moisture contents using a specified compaction method. A compaction curve is plotted showing the relationship between dry density and moisture content. The peak of the curve indicates the optimum moisture content and maximum dry density achieved for that soil. The test uses a cylindrical metal mold, rammer, balance, oven and other equipment to compact and analyze the soil samples according to steps that sieve, mix, compact and weigh the soil at different moistures.
Field control of compaction and compaction Equipmentaishgup
This document discusses field compaction control and compaction equipment. It notes that field compaction depends on placement water content, compaction equipment type, and soil type. Placement water content should be within 2% of optimum moisture content from lab tests. Different soils require different moisture levels - cohesive soils are compacted dry of optimum while earth dam cores are compacted wet of optimum. Compaction can be measured using methods like core cutting or nuclear gauges. Common compaction equipment includes smooth drum rollers, pneumatic rubber-tired rollers, sheepfoot rollers, and vibratory rollers, each suited to different soil types. Relative compaction is used to check compaction levels in the field.
Grouting involves injecting a slurry or liquid into soil or rock to fill voids and fractures. There are three main modes of grouting: permeation where grout flows freely into voids, compaction where grout remains intact and exerts pressure, and hydraulic fracturing where grout rapidly penetrates fractured zones. Grouting is used for applications like seepage control, soil stabilization, and vibration control. Common grout materials include suspensions of cement and water, emulsions of asphalt and water, and chemical solutions. Injection methods include permeation, compaction, jet, and soil fracture grouting. Proper planning of the grouting process including ground investigation, hole pattern, and sequencing is
This presentation includes Definition of Permeability, measurement of Permeability, Validity of Darcy's law, Darcy's Law, Methods of Finding Permeability, factors affecting permeability, Permeability of Stratified Soil
1. Compaction is a mechanical process carried out before construction to reduce the volume of subsoil through expulsion of air voids, whereas consolidation starts after construction and reduces volume through expulsion of water voids as soil experiences static loading from the structure's self-weight.
2. Standard and modified proctor tests are used to determine the optimum moisture content and maximum dry density of soils for compaction. The modified test uses a heavier rammer and more soil layers to achieve higher densities.
3. Various compaction methods include rammers, vibratory and smooth wheeled rollers, sheepsfoot rollers, pneumatic tyred rollers, grid rollers, and pad foot rollers, with different methods
This document discusses various methods for analyzing the stability of finite slopes, including the Swedish circle method, friction circle method, Taylor stability number method, Bishop's method, and Culmann's method. The Swedish circle method models the failure surface as an arc of a circle and considers cases of purely cohesive soil and cohesive-frictional soil. The friction circle method also assumes a circular failure surface and models resisting forces. Taylor's stability number relates the stabilizing cohesive force to the slope height and cohesion. Bishop's method accounts for inter-slice forces and pore water pressure. Culmann's method assumes a planar failure surface passing through the toe.
The standard penetration test (SPT) involves driving a split spoon sampler into the ground using a 140 lb hammer dropped 30 inches. The number of blows required to penetrate each 6 inch interval is recorded, and the penetration resistance value N is the sum of the blows over the second and third intervals. This test is commonly used to obtain bearing capacity and estimate soil properties like density and shear strength. It is performed whenever the soil stratum changes and at intervals of no more than 1.5 meters.
This document provides information about soil compaction from an engineering lecture. It defines soil compaction, discusses how it increases soil strength and reduces permeability. It explains the principles of compaction including how it works by reducing air voids. A soil compaction curve is presented, defining optimum moisture content. Factors that affect compaction are listed such as soil type, compactive effort, and water content. Common compaction methods are also briefly outlined.
The document describes the standard Proctor compaction test procedure. The test is used to determine the maximum dry density and optimum moisture content of soils. It involves compacting soil samples at incrementally increased moisture contents using a specified compaction method. A compaction curve is plotted showing the relationship between dry density and moisture content. The peak of the curve indicates the optimum moisture content and maximum dry density achieved for that soil. The test uses a cylindrical metal mold, rammer, balance, oven and other equipment to compact and analyze the soil samples according to steps that sieve, mix, compact and weigh the soil at different moistures.
Workability of concrete is defined as the ease and homogeneity with which a freshly mixed concrete or mortar can be mixed, placed, compacted and finished. Strictly, it is the amount of useful internal work necessary to produce 100% compaction.
1) The document discusses soil bearing capacity, which refers to the capacity of soil to support loads applied to the ground without failing.
2) Important factors in soil bearing capacity include the stability of foundations, which depends on the bearing capacity of soil beneath and the settlement of soil.
3) The document outlines several key terminologies used in soil bearing capacity such as ultimate bearing capacity, net ultimate bearing capacity, net safe bearing capacity, and more.
4) Several methods to increase the bearing capacity of black cotton soil are described, including increasing foundation depth, chemical treatment, grouting, compaction, drainage, and confining the soil.
The document summarizes information about the cone penetration test (CPT), a method used to determine geotechnical engineering properties of soils. It provides a brief history of the CPT, describing how it has evolved from a mechanical cone in the 1930s to electric cones in the 1960s. It then explains that the CPT involves pushing a cone tip into the ground to continuously measure resistance, and describes the components of the CPT device and how the test is conducted. Finally, it outlines the advantages and disadvantages of the CPT and how the results can be used to evaluate soil types, densities, and shear strengths for foundation design purposes.
The document provides information about shear strength of soil. It defines shear strength and its components of cohesion and internal friction. It discusses Mohr's circle of stress and Mohr-Coulomb theory for shear strength. The types of soil are classified based on drainage conditions during shear testing. Common shear strength tests like direct shear test, triaxial test, unconfined compression test and vane shear test are also explained. Sample calculations for shear strength determination from test results are presented.
This document discusses different types of in-situ soil tests used for subsurface exploration, including penetrometer tests. It describes the standard penetration test (SPT), which involves driving a split-spoon sampler into the soil using blows from a hammer. It also discusses the static cone penetration test (SCPT) and dynamic cone penetration test (DCPT), which measure soil resistance during penetration. SPT values are corrected based on overburden pressure and dilatancy. DCPT can identify soil variability but is not suitable for cohesive soils or depths with rod friction. SCPT and DCPT provide continuous resistance profiles without boreholes.
This document discusses bearing capacity theory and methods for determining the bearing capacity of soil. It defines key terms like maximum safe bearing capacity, allowable bearing pressure, and net pressure intensity. It describes different types of bearing capacity failure and assumptions in Terzaghi's bearing capacity method. The document also discusses other theories by Meyerhof, Vesic, and Skempton that improved on Terzaghi's method. Finally, it outlines field tests like plate load tests and laboratory tests to directly determine the bearing capacity of soil.
The document discusses different types of well foundations used in construction. It describes the key components of well foundations including the cutting edge, steining, bottom plug, top plug, and well cap. It explains the process of sinking well foundations, which involves excavating material inside the well curb to allow the well to sink vertically into the ground. Precautions like maintaining verticality and limiting tilt and shift are important during well sinking.
This document provides information on the standard penetration test (SPT), including the instruments, procedures, corrections, and applications. It describes that the SPT is commonly used to evaluate the in-situ properties of cohesionless soils. The key instruments are a split spoon sampler, drive-weight assembly with a 63.5 kg hammer, and cathead. The procedure involves drilling a borehole, driving the sampler with the hammer, and recording the number of blows to penetrate each 15 cm interval. Corrections are made to account for overburden pressure, dilatancy effects, and hammer energy efficiency. The SPT provides useful correlations to estimate properties like relative density, friction angle, and strength.
The California Bearing Ratio (CBR) test measures the bearing capacity of a soil by determining the ratio of the force required to penetrate a soil mass with a standard plunger to that of a standard material. It is used to classify and evaluate soils for flexible pavement subgrades and bases. The procedure involves compacting a soil sample, soaking it for 4 days, and then applying a load through a plunger at a rate of 1.25 mm/min while measuring penetration. Load readings are recorded and used to calculate the CBR value based on standard pressures at 2.5 and 5.0 mm penetrations.
The document describes the Indian Standard (IS) Classification System for soils. It divides soils into 3 main categories - coarse grained, fine grained, and highly organic soils - based on grain size. Coarse grained soils are further divided into gravel and sand, each with subcategories based on fines content and plasticity. Fine grained soils are subdivided into low, intermediate, and high compressibility categories based on liquid limit and plasticity index. The document provides detailed explanations of each soil group and examples of classifying soils according to their properties.
The document summarizes the standard penetration test (SPT), a common in situ geotechnical testing method. It describes the basic procedure, which involves driving a split spoon sampler into subsurface soils using a hammer, and recording the number of blows required for each increment of penetration. Corrections are made to SPT values to account for overburden pressure and dilatancy. Empirical correlations are presented relating SPT values to properties like density, shear strength, and consistency of cohesionless and cohesive soils. Both advantages like being inexpensive and quick, and limitations like lack of precision are discussed.
The document discusses soil consistency and the various states of soil based on water content. It describes the four stages as:
1) Liquid state - when soil is thoroughly mixed with large quantity of water and offers no resistance to flow.
2) Plastic state - when water content is reduced and soil offers small shear strength and can be molded.
3) Semi-solid state - when water content is further reduced from the plastic state.
4) Solid state - the lowest water content where the soil volume no longer decreases. Tests are described to determine the liquid limit, plastic limit, and shrinkage limit which define the boundaries between these states.
The document discusses compaction tests for soil. It defines compaction as packing soil particles more closely together through dynamic loading, reducing air voids without changing water content. Compaction improves soil engineering properties like strength and permeability. Laboratory tests establish relationships between dry density and moisture content under controlled conditions. The standard Proctor test uses a 2.6 kg hammer and the modified Proctor test uses a 4.89 kg hammer, transmitting more energy to achieve higher compaction. Both tests yield curves showing maximum dry density occurs at optimum moisture content.
The triaxial compression test is used to measure the shear strength of soils. [1] It involves placing a saturated soil specimen in a rubber membrane inside a triaxial cell. Cell pressure is applied to saturate the sample while maintaining drainage conditions. [2] Axial stress is then applied through a piston to induce shear failure while cell pressure is kept constant. There are three main types of triaxial tests based on drainage conditions during shear: consolidated-drained (CD), consolidated-undrained (CU), and unconsolidated-undrained (UU). [3] The test allows accurate measurement of stress-strain behavior and pore pressure changes in soil specimens under controlled laboratory conditions.
This document discusses different methods for soil stabilization, including mechanical, physical, chemical, and bituminous stabilization. Mechanical stabilization involves compacting soil to increase density and strength. Physical stabilization involves blending soils or adding admixtures to improve properties. Chemical stabilization uses lime, cement, or other chemicals like calcium chloride to react with soils and modify their characteristics. Bituminous stabilization involves adding bitumen or asphalt to seal soil pores and increase cohesion between particles. The document provides details on appropriate soil types, required quantities, and construction methods for each stabilization technique.
The document discusses the constant head permeability test method for determining the permeability (hydraulic conductivity) of soils in the laboratory. It defines permeability and the factors that influence it. It describes Darcy's Law and the equation used to calculate permeability from measured values. The purpose and significance of measuring permeability is explained. The test method, apparatus, procedure, calculations, analysis and results are outlined.
DESTRUCTIVE AND NON-DESTRUCTIVE TEST OF CONCRETEKaran Patel
The standard method of evaluating the quality of concrete in buildings or structures is to test specimens cast simultaneously for compressive, flexural and tensile strengths.
The main disadvantages are that results are not obtained immediately; that concrete in specimens may differ from that in the actual structure as a result of different curing and compaction conditions; and that strength properties of a concrete specimen depend on its size and shape.
Although there can be no direct measurement of the strength properties of structural concrete for the simple reason that strength determination involves destructive stresses, several non- destructive methods of assessment have been developed.
Geophysical methods of soil/Foundation testing Pirpasha Ujede
Geophysical methods such as seismic refraction and resistivity testing provide non-invasive subsurface investigation over large areas more quickly and cheaply than traditional boring and testing. However, geophysical results require interpretation and are less definitive. Both methods are important, with geophysical testing used for initial screening and borings to accurately determine soil properties. Seismic refraction uses shock waves to determine layer velocities and depths, while resistivity measures subsurface resistivity variations related to moisture, compaction, and material to infer stratigraphy.
This document discusses various types of compaction equipment used in road construction. It describes road rollers, sheepsfoot rollers, pneumatic tyred rollers, vibratory rollers, and frog rammers. Road rollers are used to compact earthworks, soil stabilization, granular bases, and asphalt surfaces. Sheepsfoot rollers are suitable for compacting cohesive soils, especially when moisture content is high. Pneumatic tyred rollers are used to compact non-plastic silts and silty soils. Vibratory rollers can compact both cohesive and non-cohesive materials and are commonly used to compact pavement layers, subgrades, granular bases, and asphalt courses
Workability of concrete is defined as the ease and homogeneity with which a freshly mixed concrete or mortar can be mixed, placed, compacted and finished. Strictly, it is the amount of useful internal work necessary to produce 100% compaction.
1) The document discusses soil bearing capacity, which refers to the capacity of soil to support loads applied to the ground without failing.
2) Important factors in soil bearing capacity include the stability of foundations, which depends on the bearing capacity of soil beneath and the settlement of soil.
3) The document outlines several key terminologies used in soil bearing capacity such as ultimate bearing capacity, net ultimate bearing capacity, net safe bearing capacity, and more.
4) Several methods to increase the bearing capacity of black cotton soil are described, including increasing foundation depth, chemical treatment, grouting, compaction, drainage, and confining the soil.
The document summarizes information about the cone penetration test (CPT), a method used to determine geotechnical engineering properties of soils. It provides a brief history of the CPT, describing how it has evolved from a mechanical cone in the 1930s to electric cones in the 1960s. It then explains that the CPT involves pushing a cone tip into the ground to continuously measure resistance, and describes the components of the CPT device and how the test is conducted. Finally, it outlines the advantages and disadvantages of the CPT and how the results can be used to evaluate soil types, densities, and shear strengths for foundation design purposes.
The document provides information about shear strength of soil. It defines shear strength and its components of cohesion and internal friction. It discusses Mohr's circle of stress and Mohr-Coulomb theory for shear strength. The types of soil are classified based on drainage conditions during shear testing. Common shear strength tests like direct shear test, triaxial test, unconfined compression test and vane shear test are also explained. Sample calculations for shear strength determination from test results are presented.
This document discusses different types of in-situ soil tests used for subsurface exploration, including penetrometer tests. It describes the standard penetration test (SPT), which involves driving a split-spoon sampler into the soil using blows from a hammer. It also discusses the static cone penetration test (SCPT) and dynamic cone penetration test (DCPT), which measure soil resistance during penetration. SPT values are corrected based on overburden pressure and dilatancy. DCPT can identify soil variability but is not suitable for cohesive soils or depths with rod friction. SCPT and DCPT provide continuous resistance profiles without boreholes.
This document discusses bearing capacity theory and methods for determining the bearing capacity of soil. It defines key terms like maximum safe bearing capacity, allowable bearing pressure, and net pressure intensity. It describes different types of bearing capacity failure and assumptions in Terzaghi's bearing capacity method. The document also discusses other theories by Meyerhof, Vesic, and Skempton that improved on Terzaghi's method. Finally, it outlines field tests like plate load tests and laboratory tests to directly determine the bearing capacity of soil.
The document discusses different types of well foundations used in construction. It describes the key components of well foundations including the cutting edge, steining, bottom plug, top plug, and well cap. It explains the process of sinking well foundations, which involves excavating material inside the well curb to allow the well to sink vertically into the ground. Precautions like maintaining verticality and limiting tilt and shift are important during well sinking.
This document provides information on the standard penetration test (SPT), including the instruments, procedures, corrections, and applications. It describes that the SPT is commonly used to evaluate the in-situ properties of cohesionless soils. The key instruments are a split spoon sampler, drive-weight assembly with a 63.5 kg hammer, and cathead. The procedure involves drilling a borehole, driving the sampler with the hammer, and recording the number of blows to penetrate each 15 cm interval. Corrections are made to account for overburden pressure, dilatancy effects, and hammer energy efficiency. The SPT provides useful correlations to estimate properties like relative density, friction angle, and strength.
The California Bearing Ratio (CBR) test measures the bearing capacity of a soil by determining the ratio of the force required to penetrate a soil mass with a standard plunger to that of a standard material. It is used to classify and evaluate soils for flexible pavement subgrades and bases. The procedure involves compacting a soil sample, soaking it for 4 days, and then applying a load through a plunger at a rate of 1.25 mm/min while measuring penetration. Load readings are recorded and used to calculate the CBR value based on standard pressures at 2.5 and 5.0 mm penetrations.
The document describes the Indian Standard (IS) Classification System for soils. It divides soils into 3 main categories - coarse grained, fine grained, and highly organic soils - based on grain size. Coarse grained soils are further divided into gravel and sand, each with subcategories based on fines content and plasticity. Fine grained soils are subdivided into low, intermediate, and high compressibility categories based on liquid limit and plasticity index. The document provides detailed explanations of each soil group and examples of classifying soils according to their properties.
The document summarizes the standard penetration test (SPT), a common in situ geotechnical testing method. It describes the basic procedure, which involves driving a split spoon sampler into subsurface soils using a hammer, and recording the number of blows required for each increment of penetration. Corrections are made to SPT values to account for overburden pressure and dilatancy. Empirical correlations are presented relating SPT values to properties like density, shear strength, and consistency of cohesionless and cohesive soils. Both advantages like being inexpensive and quick, and limitations like lack of precision are discussed.
The document discusses soil consistency and the various states of soil based on water content. It describes the four stages as:
1) Liquid state - when soil is thoroughly mixed with large quantity of water and offers no resistance to flow.
2) Plastic state - when water content is reduced and soil offers small shear strength and can be molded.
3) Semi-solid state - when water content is further reduced from the plastic state.
4) Solid state - the lowest water content where the soil volume no longer decreases. Tests are described to determine the liquid limit, plastic limit, and shrinkage limit which define the boundaries between these states.
The document discusses compaction tests for soil. It defines compaction as packing soil particles more closely together through dynamic loading, reducing air voids without changing water content. Compaction improves soil engineering properties like strength and permeability. Laboratory tests establish relationships between dry density and moisture content under controlled conditions. The standard Proctor test uses a 2.6 kg hammer and the modified Proctor test uses a 4.89 kg hammer, transmitting more energy to achieve higher compaction. Both tests yield curves showing maximum dry density occurs at optimum moisture content.
The triaxial compression test is used to measure the shear strength of soils. [1] It involves placing a saturated soil specimen in a rubber membrane inside a triaxial cell. Cell pressure is applied to saturate the sample while maintaining drainage conditions. [2] Axial stress is then applied through a piston to induce shear failure while cell pressure is kept constant. There are three main types of triaxial tests based on drainage conditions during shear: consolidated-drained (CD), consolidated-undrained (CU), and unconsolidated-undrained (UU). [3] The test allows accurate measurement of stress-strain behavior and pore pressure changes in soil specimens under controlled laboratory conditions.
This document discusses different methods for soil stabilization, including mechanical, physical, chemical, and bituminous stabilization. Mechanical stabilization involves compacting soil to increase density and strength. Physical stabilization involves blending soils or adding admixtures to improve properties. Chemical stabilization uses lime, cement, or other chemicals like calcium chloride to react with soils and modify their characteristics. Bituminous stabilization involves adding bitumen or asphalt to seal soil pores and increase cohesion between particles. The document provides details on appropriate soil types, required quantities, and construction methods for each stabilization technique.
The document discusses the constant head permeability test method for determining the permeability (hydraulic conductivity) of soils in the laboratory. It defines permeability and the factors that influence it. It describes Darcy's Law and the equation used to calculate permeability from measured values. The purpose and significance of measuring permeability is explained. The test method, apparatus, procedure, calculations, analysis and results are outlined.
DESTRUCTIVE AND NON-DESTRUCTIVE TEST OF CONCRETEKaran Patel
The standard method of evaluating the quality of concrete in buildings or structures is to test specimens cast simultaneously for compressive, flexural and tensile strengths.
The main disadvantages are that results are not obtained immediately; that concrete in specimens may differ from that in the actual structure as a result of different curing and compaction conditions; and that strength properties of a concrete specimen depend on its size and shape.
Although there can be no direct measurement of the strength properties of structural concrete for the simple reason that strength determination involves destructive stresses, several non- destructive methods of assessment have been developed.
Geophysical methods of soil/Foundation testing Pirpasha Ujede
Geophysical methods such as seismic refraction and resistivity testing provide non-invasive subsurface investigation over large areas more quickly and cheaply than traditional boring and testing. However, geophysical results require interpretation and are less definitive. Both methods are important, with geophysical testing used for initial screening and borings to accurately determine soil properties. Seismic refraction uses shock waves to determine layer velocities and depths, while resistivity measures subsurface resistivity variations related to moisture, compaction, and material to infer stratigraphy.
This document discusses various types of compaction equipment used in road construction. It describes road rollers, sheepsfoot rollers, pneumatic tyred rollers, vibratory rollers, and frog rammers. Road rollers are used to compact earthworks, soil stabilization, granular bases, and asphalt surfaces. Sheepsfoot rollers are suitable for compacting cohesive soils, especially when moisture content is high. Pneumatic tyred rollers are used to compact non-plastic silts and silty soils. Vibratory rollers can compact both cohesive and non-cohesive materials and are commonly used to compact pavement layers, subgrades, granular bases, and asphalt courses
Soil compaction handbook_low_res_0212_data_id_59525_version_1Anil Kumar S
This document provides an overview of soil compaction. It discusses the importance of compacting soil to increase load bearing capacity and prevent issues like settlement. There are different types of compaction including vibration, impact, kneading and pressure. Proper soil compaction is important for construction projects. The document outlines factors that influence compaction like soil type, moisture content, and compaction effort used. It provides details on evaluating and testing soil compaction.
This document provides information on field compaction techniques and procedures. It discusses the commonly used ground improvement technique of soil compaction through external effort to reduce air volume. It describes field compaction methods using rollers, tampers, vibratory probes and blasting. Case studies are presented on using vibro-stone columns to improve bearing capacity of ash pond for construction of a power plant. Procedures for relating field and laboratory compaction test results are also summarized.
The document discusses soil compaction, including definitions of compaction and consolidation. It provides details on a sand-cone in-place density test conducted on a soil embankment, including weights measured. It discusses using maximum dry unit weight to quantify compaction and evaluate whether a contractor has met a 95% compaction requirement. Additional sections cover compaction testing methods, factors affecting compaction, and examples of calculations to determine compaction from test data.
Soil compaction and effects on soil propertiespremsai05
The document discusses the effects of compaction on various soil properties. Compaction involves mechanically pressing soil particles closer together, expelling air and increasing density. Key effects include:
1) Structure - soils compacted dry of optimum have a flocculated structure while wet of optimum results in a dispersed structure.
2) Permeability - decreases as water content increases and void size reduces, though slightly increases above optimum water content.
3) Strength - dry of optimum soils have higher shear strength at lower strains but equal ultimate strength as wet of optimum soils.
4) Other properties affected include reduced swelling, shrinkage, compressibility while pore water pressure increases for wet of optimum soils. Optimum water content plays
This document discusses soil compaction techniques. It begins by defining compaction as densifying soil through external effort. It then explains compaction curves and how dry density and water content relate. Different compaction methods are outlined, including standard procedures for laboratory and field compaction testing to specifications. Dynamic compaction, vibroflotation, stone columns, blasting, and various earthmoving equipment used in compaction are also summarized.
The document discusses soil compaction testing. There are two main types of compaction tests - standard and modified proctor. The standard proctor test uses a 4 inch diameter mold compacted in 3 layers with 25 blows per layer. The modified proctor uses a 6 inch mold compacted in 5 layers with 25 blows per layer. The test determines the optimum moisture content for compaction by measuring dry unit weight at different moisture contents. Testing involves compacting soil samples, determining dry unit weights and moisture contents, and plotting a curve showing maximum dry unit weight corresponds to optimum moisture content.
1) The Proctor compaction test is used to determine the optimal moisture content and maximum dry density of soil. It involves compacting soil in layers in a mold using controlled blows and measuring the dry density at different moisture contents.
2) The test procedure involves weighing equipment, sieving dry soil, compacting soil in layers using blows from a ram, weighing the compacted soil, determining moisture content, and repeating at different moisture contents.
3) A compaction curve is made by plotting dry density against moisture content. The peak of the curve indicates the optimum moisture content which produces the highest dry density.
Compaction involves densifying soils by reducing air voids without reducing water content. This is done through applying external compactive effort. The key objectives are to decrease future settlements, increase shear strength, and decrease permeability. Proctor testing determines the optimum water content and maximum dry density for a given soil and compactive effort level. Properties of compacted fine-grained soils depend on factors like compactive effort level, water content relative to optimum, and soil type. Dry of optimum soils tend to be more rigid and permeable but also more compressible and prone to swelling. Wet of optimum soils are generally oriented, less permeable, and more compressible at low pressures but less so at high pressures.
The pipe ramming method involves using a pneumatic hammer to install an open-ended steel casing to replace or install culverts and pipes in a trenchless manner. It can install casings through various soil conditions including free-flowing sand, cobble, rock, and groundwater. The hammer pushes and compacts soil ahead of the casing to swallow obstructions. For longer distances, a telescoping method uses progressively smaller casings installed within larger casing sections. The method reduces surface impacts compared to open trenching.
The document discusses factors that affect soil compaction, including water content, amount of compaction effort, soil type, compaction method, layer thickness, saturation level, and additions like lime or cement. Higher water content and compaction effort increase compaction. Coarse soils compact more than fine soils. Common compaction methods include rolling, ramming, and vibratory techniques. Rollers, rammers, and vibratory plates are described. The factors that determine the effectiveness of each method are also outlined.
Compaction is the consequence of the Log-Structured Merge-Tree engine used by Cassandra. Starting with the SizeTieredCompactionStrategy, we added the LeveledCompactionStrategy and recently the DateTieredCompactionStrategy it has always required some care and feeding. In this talk Aaron Morton, Co-Founder and Principal Consultant at The Last Pickle, will discuss the different strategies, their options, and when to use them.
Experimental studies in Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity of rollerJoel 'almeida
1) The document presents experimental research on the ultrasonic pulse velocity of roller compacted concrete pavement containing fly ash and manufactured sand (M-sand).
2) Testing included measuring the compressive strength and ultrasonic pulse velocity of concrete mixtures with different levels of fly ash substitution and different fine aggregates at various curing ages.
3) The results showed that concrete mixtures with M-sand alone as the fine aggregate or higher fly ash substitution levels generally had lower strength and pulse velocity values compared to mixtures with river sand or lower fly ash contents. However, mixtures with a combination of M-sand and river sand performed better.
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Compaction characteristics of fine grained soilavirup naskar
The document discusses compaction of soils. It defines compaction as artificially rearranging and packing soil particles into a closer state through mechanical means to decrease porosity and increase dry density. Compaction is done for purposes like increasing density, strength, load bearing capacity, and stability while decreasing compressibility, permeability, and erosion damage. It reviews literature on field permeability tests being more accurate than lab tests, correlating compaction characteristics like optimum moisture content with thermal behavior, and stabilizing compacted clay through admixtures or compactive effort. The conclusion discusses the importance of field tests, avoiding thin clay liners, compacting wet of optimum, relationships between density, moisture content and thermal properties, not rejecting high saturation tests,
This document discusses soil classification systems. It provides information on classifying soils based on their grain size, plasticity properties, and engineering behavior. The key points are:
- Soils are classified into groups like gravel, sand, silt, and clay based on particle size using systems like the Indian Standard Classification System. Additional criteria describe grading.
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Here are the steps to solve this numerical problem:
1) Plot the dry density vs water content data points on a graph. Draw a smooth curve through the points to obtain the compaction curve.
2) The maximum dry density from the curve is 1.95 g/cc at a water content of 13.75%.
3) Draw the 100% saturation line using the equation: Dry density = Specific gravity / (1 + water content).
4) Draw the 80% saturation line by using 80% of the specific gravity in the saturation line equation.
5) 95% relative compaction corresponds to a dry density of 1.95 * 0.95 = 1.85 g/cc.
The document discusses laboratory soil compaction tests. It defines compaction as increasing the bulk density of soil by removing air through external compactive effort. An optimum water content exists where soil achieves maximum density. The document outlines standard and modified Proctor compaction tests and describes how to conduct the tests by compacting soil in layers using specified hammers and measuring dry density at different water contents. Compaction increases soil strength, stability and resistance to erosion while decreasing permeability and compressibility.
This document defines soil compaction and discusses methods for testing and achieving compaction. It describes how compaction decreases soil volume by expelling air, increasing density. Laboratory tests like standard and modified Proctor determine maximum dry density and optimum moisture content for a given soil by applying successive blows and measuring density at different moisture levels. Specifications then require achieving a percentage of maximum density in the field, controlling layer thickness and moisture during compaction with equipment. Proper compaction increases soil strength and reduces settlement/permeability.
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2. WHAT IS COMPACTION?
A simple ground improvement technique,
where the soil is densified through external
compactive effort.
Compactive
effort
+ water =
3. Compaction is the process,
The soil particles are artificially rearranged
& packed together into closer state of contact
by mechanical means in order to decrease the
porosity of soil and increase its dry density.
4. LABORATORY COMPACTION TEST
- to obtain the compaction curve and define the optimum water
content and maximum dry density for a specific compactive
effort.
1000 ml compaction mould
hammer
Standard Proctor:
Modified Proctor:
• 3 layers
• 25 blows per layer
• 2.6 kg hammer
• 310 mm drop
• 5 layers
• 25 blows per layer
• 4.5 kg hammer
• 450 mm drop
5. LABORATORY COMPACTION TEST
STANDARD PROCTOR TEST :
A cylindrical mould of 100mm internal diameter,
internal effective height 127.3mm, capacity of
1000 cc.
Detachable base plate with removable extension
collar
Metallic rammer of diameter 50mm, weight 2.6
kg with a fall of 310 mm
Steel straight edge of about 300 mm in length
with one edge leveled
Balance (0.01g sensitivity, 10 kg capacity)
Is sieve 20mm and 4.75 mm
6.
7. PROCEDURE
Prepare about 6 kg of soil sample for 1000cc mould
by sieving it through 20mm and retained at 4.75 mm
Clean, dry and slightly grease the mould and the
base plate. Weigh the empty mould with the base plate
without extension collar
Take about 2.5 kg of soil for 100 mm dia mould for
light compaction.
Add water to the soil specimen to bring the moisture
content to about 4 to 5 % in sandy soil. Mix the water
with soil thoroughly.
Divide the wet soil into three equal parts. Put the soil
in three layers and compact. Each layer is given 25 blows.
8. Before putting the second layer, make scratches on
the first layer with the help of a sharp edged tool.
The second and third layers are similarly compacted.
Rotate the collar to break the bond between it and soil
and then remove the collar.
Trim off the soil to make it flush with the top of the
mould.
Clean the loose soil from outside and base of the
mould.
Weigh the mould with base plate and compacted soil.
Now eject the soil out of mould. Take a representative soil
sample from the centre and keep it in oven for water
content determination.
Repeat the procedure by six to seven times by
increasing the water content by 2% in each turn
9. The bulk density and the corresponding dry
density for the compacted soil are calculated
from the following Relation,
Zero air voids line
A line which shows that water content dry
density relation for the compacted soils
containing a constant % air voids is known as
air voids line.
10. Zero Air void condition ( na = 0)
Relation between water content and dry
density for a degree of saturation S,
11.
12. MODIFIED PROCTOR TEST
This compaction is needed for heavier
transport and military aircraft.
In this test ,
• 5 layers
• 25 blows per layer
• 4.5 kg hammer
• 450 mm drop
13.
14. FIELD COMPACTION TEST
Soils can be compacted in the field by 3
method
1.Rolling
2.Ramming(impact)
3.vibration
20. TRACK LAYING VEHICLES
Advantages of tracked over wheeled vehicles are
covered larger surface area
suitable for use on soft, low friction and uneven ground such as
mud, ice and snow.
21. RAMMERS
Rammers for compacting the soils
comprise of pneumatic and internal
combustion type weighing from 300 to 1500
N.
Internal combustion type jumping
rammers, known as frog hammers, weigh up
to one tonne.
22. VIBRATORS
The vibrators consist of a vibrating unit of
either the out of balance weight type or a
pulsating hydraulic type mounted on a screed,
plate or roller.
23. FACTOR AFFECTING COMPACTION
WATER CONTENT
AMOUNT OF COMPACTION
TYPE OF COMPACTION
TYPE OF SOIL
ADDITION OF ADMIXTURE
24. WATER CONTENT:
From laboratory compaction tests
the water content is increased , the
compacted density goes on increasing, till a
max dry density is achieved after which
further addition of water decrease the
density.
25. AMOUNT OF COMPACTION:
The effect of increasing the
compacting energy result in an increase in tne
max dry density and decrease the optimum
water content.
METHOD OF COMPACTION:
The various aspects are ,
1. Weight of compacting equipment.
2. The manner of operation
3. Time & area of contact between the
compacting element & the soils.
26. TYPE OF SOILS:
The maximum dry density of the soil depends upon “
type of soil”.
WELL GRADED COARSE GRAINED soils attain a much
higher density & lower optimum water contents.
FINE GRAINED soils which require more water for lubrication
because of the greater specific surface.
27.
28. ADDITION OF ADMIXTURE:
Addition of certain admixtures to
soils results in modification of its compaction
properties.
CALCIUM CHLORIDE has been a
widely used chemical additive.
29. EFFECT OF COMPACTION ON SOME SOIL
PROPERTIES
Effect of compaction on soil properties is,
1. Permeability
2. change in structure of soil
3. shrinkage
4. swelling
5.compressibility
6. stress – strain character
7.shear strength.
30. PLACEMENT WATER CONTENT
The water content used in the field
compaction is called the placement water
content.
It may be Equal to, lower than or higher
than the optimum water content determined in
the laboratory.
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