The ground can be improved by adapting certain ground improvement techniques. Vibro-compaction increases the density of the soil by using powerful depth vibrators. Vacuum consolidation is used for improving soft soils by using a vacuum pump. Preloading method is used ...
Category: Ground Improvement
Various ground improvement and soil stabilization techniques used in construction works are described.
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Jet Grouting -Procedure, Applications and Advantages for Soil Stabilization
Jet grouting is a ground improvement or soil stabilization method. Methods, procedures, applications and advantages of jet grouting is described here.
Thermal Stabilization of Soil -A Ground Improvement Technique
Thermal stabilization of soil is a ground improvement technique. The concept, method and applications of thermal stabilization of soil is discussed.
Soil Stabilization Methods with Different Materials
Soil stabilization with cement, bitumen, lime, chemical stabilization,geotextile, grouting etc. are discussed. It is a method of improving soil properties by blending and mixing other materials. Soil Stabilization Methods with Different Materials Following are the various soil stabilization methods and ...
Different Types of Soil Compaction Equipments -Types of Rollers
There are different types of rollers and other soil compaction equipments available. Use of these compacting machines depends on soil types and moisture conditions. Different Types of Soil Compaction Equipments: The soil compaction equipments can be divided into two groups: ...
Ground Improvement Techniques for Stabilization of Subgrade Soils
Stabilization of Subgrade Soils using Ground Improvement Techniques Essential prerequisite for High Speed corridor is to have control on the degradation of track geometry so as to keep various tolerances well within the specified limits. Degradation of track geometry is ...
Pressure Bulb or Stress Isobar Concept
Stress Isobar or Pressure Bulb Concept An isobar or pressure bulb is a stress contour or a line which connects all points below the ground surface at which the vertical pressure is the same. In fact, an isobar is a ...
CONCEPT OF REINFORCED EARTH STRUCTURE DESIGN
Reinforced earth is a composite material formed by the friction between the earth and the reinforcement. By means of friction the soil transfers to the reinforcement the forces built up in the earth mass. The reinforcement thus develops tension and ...