Seepage Pressure & Quick Sand Condition
In this article we have defined the seepage pressure along with its formula and the phenomena of quick sand condition.
Geotechnical Engineering
Darcy’s Law & Its Limitations
Darcy’s law states that the discharge or rate of flow per unit time is proportional to hydraulic gradient. Limitations of Darcy’s Law are :
Frost Heave : Causes and Prevention
In simple terms frost heave / frost heaving means the contraction and expansion of soil due to freezing and thawing conditions.
Three Phase System of Soil (Diagram)
Three Phase System of Soil is nothing but the soil mass made up of solid, liquid and gaseous matter. Three phase diagram represents it.
Soil Structure and Their Types
The soil structure can be defined as the proper geometrical arrangement of particles of soil with respect to each other.
Residual Soil and Transported Soil
Residual soil and Transported soils are formed by different agencies of nature. The examples of these are listed below.
Soil Stabilization Methods & Necessity
The properties of soils can be improved by use of admixtures is known as soil stabilization. Stabilized soil may form the sub-grade of road.
California Bearing Ratio Test【CBR Test】of Soil
The california bearing ratio (CBR) test is defined as ratio of test load to the standard load, expressed as % for penetration of the plunger.
Caisson Foundation and Types of Caisson
A Caisson Foundation is watertight retaining structure used as bridge pier in construction of concrete dam or ships repair. Caisson Foundation is also known as well foundation.
Particle Size Distribution of Soil
Particle Size Distribution or the percentage of grains of different sizes in a given soil is an important property of soil.