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. Coefficient of Earth Pressure at [...]
In this article we will discuss about the characteristics and factors affecting the sheer strength of sand. Shear Strength Characteristics of Sand: Shear strength characteristics of sandy soils depend on the drainage conditions in addition to several other parameters as discussed in the following subsections. 1. Shear Strength Characteristics of Saturated Sands during Drained Shear: It is nearly impossible to [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Apparatus for Vane Shear Test 2. Procedure for Vane Shear Test 3. Observations 4. Calculations 5. Field Vane Shear Test. Apparatus for Vane Shear Test: A typical vane shear apparatus consists of the following components: 1. Vane-The vane consists of four blades each fixed at 90° to the adjacent blades. The vane forms [...]