Laboratory Vane Shear Test of Soil Aim To determine shear strength of clay soil using laboratory vane shear apparatus. Theory In soil, shear strength is contributed by the
Measurement of Density of Soil in place by Nuclear Density Gauge Purpose This is a quick method of determining the in-situ density of soil which is based on
Water Content Test of Soil by Alcohol Method Purpose It is a rapid method of determining the moisture content. Though less accurate, it is more suitable as a
Moisture Content Determination Using Rapid Moisture Meter Purpose The purpose of this test is to determine the moisture content of soil quickly, without having to wait for the
Soil Test to Find Organic Matter Content in Soil Purpose Deleterious contents of soil such as organic matter affect its characteristics and behavior adversely and must therefore be
Determination of Soluble Sulphate Content Purpose Sodium sulphate is present in some soils. The salt is easily hydrated and dehydrated under the influence of climatic changes. There are
Engineering Properties of Soil The following properties of soil are taken into consideration while dealing with soil as a construction material. Cohesion Angle of internal friction Capillarity Permeability
This simple and quick field test will give you a rough idea of bearing capacity of soil. Procedure Excavate a pit of required depth. (preferably equal to the
Techniques Used for Improving Bearing Capacity of Soil The following techniques can be used for improving bearing capacity of soil as per the site condition. Increasing depth of
