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Improving Black Cotton Soil with Sodium Hydroxide and Fly Ash: An Assessment of Optimum Moisture Content, Dry Density, and California Bearing Ratio
Abstract: This study investigates the stabilization of Black Cotton Soil (BCS), an expansive clayey soil primarily composed of montmorillonite minerals, using sodium hydroxide (NaOH) and fly ash. Due to its high plasticity and significant volume changes with moisture, BCS is challenging for construction purposes. Adding NaOH and fly ash can potentially improve the soil's moisture tolerance, compressibility, and reduce its plasticity, making it more suitable for structural applications. The research evaluates …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 192–201 Read article
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California Bearing Ratio and Young’s Modulus Behavior of Clinker Stabilized Fly Ash-Mine Overburden Mixes
Abstract: Fly ash is a major byproduct of coal combustion. Fly ash often causes disposal problems and environmental pollution. This paper presents detailed laboratory investigation carried out on clinker stabilized fly ash-mine overburden mixes to find out its suitability for sub-base of mine haul road pavements. Proctor compaction test, Unconfined Compressive Strength (UCS) test, California Bearing Ratio (CBR) Test, Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDX) were conducted …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Effect of Alccofine and Tyre buffings on Engineering Properties of Sand
Abstract: In the present paper, the effect of alccofine and tyre buffings addition on the compression and bearing ratio of sand are evaluated through laboratory study. On the basis of compaction test, a reference mix composed of sand + 12 % alccofine + 2 % tire buffing was selected for further study. The unconfined compression and bearing ratio test on the reference mix was then carried out by curing the sample …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 9–20 Read article
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CBR Characteristics of Layered Black Cotton Soil Stabilized with Red Stone Dust and Geosynthetics
Abstract: Geosynthetic materials play a pivotal role in addressing the challenges associated with black cotton soil, a problematic soil type prone to volume changes and exhibiting high plasticity. The primary objective is to enhance the strength properties of black cotton soil through a two-step process. Initially, the soil is stabilized by incorporating varying percentages (5%, 10%, 15%, 20%, 25%, 30%, and 35%) of red stone dust waste. Subsequently, to prepare the …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 10–18 Read article
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INVESTIGATING THE GEOTECHNICAL PROPERTIES OF A LATERITIC SOIL AS A SUB-GRADE MATERIAL FOR ROAD CONSTRUCTION –USING COCONUT HUSK ASH
Abstract: Waste management world-wide plays a major role in socio-economic development over the years. The increase in population over the years has contributed to the rate at which wastes are generated. One major waste generated in Ghana is coconut shell waste. Out of the world producing of coconut, Ghana is ranked 16th. The management of these agricultural waste has become a vital challenge to the development to the Ghanaian economy and …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 37–46 Read article
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Geotechnical Assessment and Stabilisation of Lateritic Soils in Tarkwa Using Rice Husk Ash for Road Construction Purpose
Abstract: The cost effectiveness of upgrading gravel roads to a sealed standard has challenged road authorities to make optimum use of naturally occurring materials such as laterites as sub-base and base materials. Untreated laterites have presented problems such as pavement swelling and depression in road construction. This research seeks to assess and stabilise the geotechnical properties of some lateritic soils in Tarkwa using Rice Husk Ash for road construction purposes. Lateritic …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 6–16 Read article
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Role of Cement and Fly Ash in Soil Stabilization
Abstract: Soil stabilization changes the engineering properties of soil and produces strength and stability. Use of industrial wastes and manufactured materials in soil stabilization can be cost effective and environmental friendly. As there is a growth of habitations surrounding the PSIT campus, therefore, soil samples collected from this area were analyzed for its plasticity index properties. It was found that soils of this area come under low plastic category. Hence, the …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Economical Analysis of Lime and Fly Ash Stabilized Flexible Pavements
Abstract: India is experiencing tremendous growth in infrastructure including road network and highways. Roads are to be designed with good reliability to fulfill the long-term performance during the design period. Most of the time flexible pavements in India need to be constructed on problematic subgrade soil. Such subgrades have low California bearing ratio which leads to more pavement thickness. Decrease in availability of suitable sub-base and base course materials for highway …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 36–44 Read article
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Effect of Layering of Reinforcement on Bearing Capacity of Shallow Footing Resting on Sand
Abstract: The study was done to investigate the performance of reinforced soil foundation. The construction of reinforced soil foundation has a cost effective alternative to conventional methods. Performance characteristics were improved by using one or more layers of non-woven geotextile placed beneath the footing to create a composite material. The reinforcement in the soil interacts with the soil and is resisted by friction, adhesion or passive / bearing capacity. To study …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Performance of Circular Model Footing Resting on Sand Bed Reinforced with Vertical Reinforcement in Dry Condition
Abstract: Soil stabilization is the process of improving the engineering properties of the soil. The good old method of stabilization is by using the chemicals stabilization, whereas the recent method of improving the strength of the soil is by using the vertical reinforced earth. In the present work sand is filled in the 250x250x375 mm MS tank by using sand raining technique at a relative density of 67%. MS circular plate …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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A Study on Improving CBR Value by using EPE foam in Addition to GGBS Slag for Subgrade Soil
Abstract: This paper identifies the use of industrial by-product Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS) as a stabilizing agent in expansive soil with high swelling property causing severe damage to buildings built on it, and this study identifies the optimal percentage of GGBS for increasing the strength of clayey soil. Using GGBS slag to improve the CBR value of subgrade soil can have potential benefits. Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS) …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–23 Read article
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A Study on Stabilization of Black Cotton Soil Using Fly Ash and Plastic Fibres
Abstract: AbstractSoil stabilization is most important for the construction which is widely used in connection with road pavement and foundation construction because it improves the engineering properties of soil such as strength. Utilization of industrial waste materials in the improvement of soils is a cost efficient and environment friendly method. Stabilization of the expansive soil is studied by using fly ash and plastic fibres. The present investigation is to evaluate the …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 11–18 Read article
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A Study on Stabilization of Expansive Soil with Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag and Sodium Silicate
Abstract: Utilization of industrial waste materials in the improvement of soils is a cost efficient and environmental friendly method. Stabilization of the expansive soil is studied by using Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS) and sodium silicate. This paper includes the evaluation of soil properties like compaction, unconfined compressive strength test and California Bearing Ratio (CBR) test. Detailed experimental study has been undertaken to investigate the characteristics and behavior of expansive …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 9–16 Read article
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Investigation on Clay Soil Stabilization using Plastic Powder
Abstract: A huge amount of black cotton soil or clayey soil is available all around the world which leads to a waste of land for construction uses, since it has expansiveness, swelling and shrinkage properties etc. So we have tried to resolve this problem by stabilizing the black cotton soil by waste material marble powder. This study impact with the effect of PP (PP) on expansive soil by conducting the laboratory …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 18–21 Read article
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Comparative Study on Stabilization of Expansive Soil using Cement Kiln Dust and Ceramic Dust
Abstract: In India, expansive soils cover about 20% of total land area, these soils increase in volume (swell) during winter season and decrease in volume (shrink) during summer season. Due to this contradiction behaviour many civil engineering structures constructed on expansive soils get damaged severely, out of which pavement is the most because they are lightweight and extend over large areas. Stabilization of Expansive soil is of most importance, since to …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Experimental Investigation of Different Type of Soils with Addition of Geofibers
Abstract: Strength is important factor for stability of structure tо meet sрeсified engineering requirements оf sоil аnd to mаke it mоre stаble. For this purpose, certain engineering рrорerties are required tо be altered/changed. Based on the literature available, In the present study, аn exрerimentаl investigation is undertаken tо investigаte the effeсt оf addition of geofibers in different proportions (0.0-2.0% by weight) with two fiber lengths of 6 mm and 12 mm …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 13–20 Read article
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In-depth Evaluation of the CBR Method in Flexible Pavement Design
Abstract: The California Bearing Ratio (CBR) value of the subgrade is a crucial parameter utilized in the design of flexible pavements, as recommended by the Indian Roads Congress (IRC). The choice of materials used in constructing the pavement can significantly influence its overall design and performance. Pavements play an essential role in ensuring traffic flows smoothly, safely, and efficiently. Generally, pavements are categorized into two types: flexible and rigid. Flexible pavements …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Bearing Capacity of Double Box Shaped Skirted Footings on Sand
Abstract: The double-box-shaped footing with and without skirt and sand-resting pressure settlement behavior was discussed in this paper. Different parameters are normalised skirt depth (0.25 to 1.5), relative sand density (30 to 60 percent) and sand footing interface state (partially rough and rough). Results of this study showed that a general and local shear failure was observed at a relative density of 50 percent and 60 percent, and 30 percent and …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 10–19 Read article
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Influence of Combined Stabilization on the Structural Properties of Subgrade Soil
Abstract: Soil stabilization with liquid asphalt is considered as a sustainable step towards roadway construction on problematic subgrade soil, there are no requirements to import good quality materials or to implement energy consumption, but to mix the readily available soil with liquid asphalt through the cold mix technique. In this work, collapsible soil obtained from Nasiriya was mixed with asphalt emulsion, lime, and combinations of lime and asphalt emulsion (combined stabilization) …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 13–24 Read article
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The Effect of Quicklime on The CBR Value of Soft Soil Stabilized with Nickel Slag and Aluminium Hydroxide
Abstract: The construction of road structures on soft soils is prone to structural damage due to the low bearing capacity of the soil under the load imposed by vehicles. Chemical stabilization is a popular method used to increase the bearing capacity of soft soils. This study aims to examine the effectiveness of soft soil stabilization using a mixture of lime, nickel slag, and aluminium hydroxide to enhance soil bearing capacity. The …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–8 Read article