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What is compaction in the context of geotechnical engineering?
What is compaction in the context of geotechnical engineering?
- Densification of soils by removal of air through the application of mechanical energy (correct)
- Adding air to soils to increase permeability
- Increasing compressibility of soils
- Loosening soils to decrease strength
Which of the following is NOT a reason why soils at a given site may be less than desirable for the intended purpose?
Which of the following is NOT a reason why soils at a given site may be less than desirable for the intended purpose?
- Low compressibility (correct)
- Weak strength
- High permeability
- Highly compressible
What is often the most economical alternative for improving the properties of soil at a given site?
What is often the most economical alternative for improving the properties of soil at a given site?
- Using highly compressible soil
- Relocating the project
- Stabilizing or improving the properties of the soil (correct)
- Articulating design for structure members
In which scenario is compaction particularly important as an engineering process?
In which scenario is compaction particularly important as an engineering process?
How is the degree of compaction measured?
How is the degree of compaction measured?
Compaction is the densification of soils by removal of air through the application of mechanical energy. The degree of compaction is measured in terms of its dry unit ______
Compaction is the densification of soils by removal of air through the application of mechanical energy. The degree of compaction is measured in terms of its dry unit ______
SOIL COMPACTION 🖸 Compaction is also very important when soil is used as an engineering material, that is the structure itself is made of ______. Ex. ▪ Earth dams ▪ Highways ▪ Airfields ▪ etc.
SOIL COMPACTION 🖸 Compaction is also very important when soil is used as an engineering material, that is the structure itself is made of ______. Ex. ▪ Earth dams ▪ Highways ▪ Airfields ▪ etc.
In Geotechnical engineering practice, the soils at a given site are often less than desirable for the intended purpose. They may be: ❑ Weak (strength) ❑ Highly ______ ❑ Have a high permeability
In Geotechnical engineering practice, the soils at a given site are often less than desirable for the intended purpose. They may be: ❑ Weak (strength) ❑ Highly ______ ❑ Have a high permeability
The third alternative may be in most cases the most economical alternative. There are different techniques for improvement of soils (This subject is covered in details in CE 486 “Improvement of Geotechnical Materials”). We will consider in this course only ______.
The third alternative may be in most cases the most economical alternative. There are different techniques for improvement of soils (This subject is covered in details in CE 486 “Improvement of Geotechnical Materials”). We will consider in this course only ______.
SOIL COMPACTION 🖸 In Geotechnical engineering practice, the soils at a given site are often less than desirable for the intended purpose. They may be: ❑ Weak (strength) ❑ Highly ______ ❑ Have a high permeability
SOIL COMPACTION 🖸 In Geotechnical engineering practice, the soils at a given site are often less than desirable for the intended purpose. They may be: ❑ Weak (strength) ❑ Highly ______ ❑ Have a high permeability
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Soil Compaction
Soil Compaction
Densification of soil by removing air using mechanical energy.
Degree of Compaction
Degree of Compaction
Measured by dry unit weight of the soil.
Soil Improvement
Soil Improvement
Making soil properties better for a specific use.
Compaction Importance (Engineering)
Compaction Importance (Engineering)
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Inadequate Soil (Site)
Inadequate Soil (Site)
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Compressibility
Compressibility
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Compaction Technique
Compaction Technique
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Earth Dams
Earth Dams
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Soil Stability
Soil Stability
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Soil Permeability
Soil Permeability
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Study Notes
Soil Compaction
- Compaction is the densification of soils by removal of air through the application of mechanical energy.
Importance of Compaction
- Compaction is particularly important when soil is used as an engineering material, such as in the construction of earth dams, highways, airfields, etc.
Undesirable Soil Properties
- Soils at a given site may be less than desirable for the intended purpose due to being:
- Weak (strength)
- Highly compressible
- Having a high permeability
Improving Soil Properties
- The most economical alternative for improving soil properties is often compaction.
- There are different techniques for soil improvement, but only compaction will be considered in this course.
Measuring Compaction
- The degree of compaction is measured in terms of its dry unit weight.
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Test your knowledge of soil compaction in geotechnical engineering with this quiz. Explore the challenges of weak, compressible, and permeable soils, and discover solutions such as relocation, structural design, and soil stabilization.
