Upload NowGravity retaining walls derive their stability by self-weight. The main design criteria are as follows: i. To prevent overturning of the wall about toe. ii. To prevent sliding of the wall at its base. iii. To prevent tension anywhere in the base soil. iv. To prevent bearing failure of the base soil. Figure 16.7 shows […]
Design Principles for Gravity Retaining Walls | Soil Engineering
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How to Determine the Shear Strength of Soil? | Soil Engineering
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The following are the various types of tests available for the determination of shear strength: 1. Direct Shear Test 2. Triaxial Compression Test. 3. Unconfined Compression (UCC) Test. 4. Vane Shear Test. 5. Bore Hole Shear Test. 1. Direct Shear Test: Direct shear test is a simple and commonly used test performed in a shear […]
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. […]