Upload NowIn this article we will discuss about how to determine the shear strength of soil. Shear Tests: The shear strength parameters (c, ɸ) are determined under definite test conditions. Depending upon the drainage conditions, three types of shear tests have been developed. They are: (i) Unconsolidated undrained test (or simply undrained test) UU- No drainage […]
How to Determine the Shear Strength of Soil? | Soil Engineering
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Triaxial Compression Test: Apparatus and Procedure | Soil Engineering
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In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Apparatus for Triaxial Compression Test 2. Preparation of Soil Specimen for Triaxial Compression Test 3. Assembly of the Apparatus 4. Test Procedure 5. Calculation of Principal Stresses 6. Determination of Shear Strength Parameters 7. Types of Shear Tests Based on Drainage Conditions 8. Merits 9. Demerits 10. […]
Shear Strength of Sand: Characteristics and Factors | Soil Engineering
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In this article we will discuss about the characteristics and factors affecting the sheer strength of sand. Shear Strength Characteristics of Sand: Shear strength characteristics of sandy soils depend on the drainage conditions in addition to several other parameters as discussed in the following subsections. 1. Shear Strength Characteristics of Saturated Sands during Drained Shear: […]