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21 articles for “Bearing Capacity Ratio”
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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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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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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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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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Pseudo-Static Limit Equilibrium Method for Bearing Capacity of Footing on Slope and Seismic Uplift Capacity of Horizontal Strip Anchor
Abstract: Seismic bearing capacity for a shallow strip footing embedded in a sloping ground is derived along with seismic uplift capacity of horizontal strip anchors. c-ϕ soil medium is used with limit equilibrium method of analysis. A planar failure mechanism has been adopted. The seismic bearing capacity is determined in the form of a single pseudo-static bearing capacity coefficient (Nγe) in association with unit weight, surcharge and cohesion, which becomes more …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 18–31 Read article
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Effect of Silicon Carbide Filler on Mechanical and Damping Behavior of Basalt/Stainless Steel Hybrid Laminated Composites
Abstract: This study consolidates three experimental investigations on hybrid laminated composites reinforced with basalt fibre, stainless steel (SS) wire mesh, and silicon carbide (SiC) filler using vacuum infusion moulding. Three laminates were fabricated with filler variations of 0%, 1.5%, and 3% by weight of matrix material, maintaining a stacking sequence of [0B/0W/45B/0W/0B/45W]s with a thickness of 4–5 mm. The first investigation focused on impact strength. Drop-weight impact testing revealed a steady …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 · pp. 367–385 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
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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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Investigating Flexural Behavior in Cyclic Loading of Fly Ash-Based Green Concrete
Abstract: The construction industry is increasingly embracing sustainable materials, and geopolymer concrete (GPC) has emerged as a promising eco-friendly alternative to Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC). Derived from industrial by-products such as fly ash, GPC offers significant environmental advantages by reducing greenhouse gas emissions associated with conventional cement production. This study explores the monotonic and cyclic performance of fly ash-based GPC, with a focus on its mechanical and structural behavior. Key properties, …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Optimizing Vehicle Structures Using Functionally Graded Materials of Aluminum and Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer Composites
Abstract: This article investigates the optimization of vehicle structures through application of functionally graded materials (FGMs), specifically aluminium and carbon fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites. Such materials, known as FGMs, are characterized by spatial variations in composition and structure designed to improve so-called performance attributes. For the purposes of this research, the material properties of aluminium and CFRP composites are taken to be randomly distributed in thickness direction of a FGM …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 478–489 Read article
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Enhancement of Mechanical and Tribological Properties of Aluminum-Titanium Carbide (Al-TiC) Metal Matrix Composites via Powder Metallurgy
Abstract: Metal matrix composites (MMCs) have emerged as a result of the increasing need for sophisticated lightweight materials with exceptional mechanical and tribological qualities. For structural and wear-critical applications, aluminum-based composites supplemented with ceramic particles such as titanium carbide (TiC) have shown great promise. In this work, aluminum-TiC composites made by powder metallurgy a process that guarantees even particle dispersion, regulated porosity, and the creation of near-net shapes are fabricated, mechanically …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 366–374 Read article
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Effect of Compressibility on Undrained Bearing Pressure of Circular Footing Resting on Two-Layered Clay
Abstract: The present study aims to investigate the behavior of a circular foundation on layered clay of varying properties. There are several solutions for the bearing capacity of footings on two-layered clays, but none of them considered the compressibility of the strata. An underestimation of the soil bearing capacity is the main cause of failures. The typical difficulty in estimating the capacity of soil is its complicated behavior attributed to the …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Numerical Investigation on Concrete Filled Steel Tube Composite Circular Columns Under General Loading
Abstract: Concrete-filled steel tube (CFST) composite columns are extensively utilized in civil engineering constructions because of their numerous structural advantages, such as superior seismic performance, high load- bearing capacity, fire resistance, remarkable ductility, and ability to absorb energy effectively, especially in areas prone to seismic activity. CFST columns are employed in tall buildings and bridges to enhance rigidity and increase bearing capacity, but their behavior can be affected by buckling. There …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 164–199 Read article
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Design and Optimization of Mono Composite Leaf Spring: A Review
Abstract: Leaf spring is generally used for suspension system in various automobile industries. Due to its heavy weight, it increases the weight of automobile vehicles. Because of this problem, the automobile industry has shown interest in the replacement of conventional leaf spring with composite leaf spring causing high strength to weight ratio, higher stiffness, and high impact energy absorption and lesser stresses. The introduction of composite materials has made it possible …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 25–28 Read article
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Improvement of Properties of Expansive Soil using Terrazyme
Abstract: Enzymatic emulsions contain enzymes that react with soil molecules to form a cementing bond that stabilizes the soil structure and reduces the soil’s affinity for water. When the bio-enzymes like Terrazyme, are mixed with soil they alter its engineering properties. When added to a soil, the enzymes increases the wetting and bonding capacity of the soil particles and improves the chemical bonding between soil particles and creating a more permanent …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Tailoring the Compressive Behavior of Tetrachiral Auxetic Structures Through FDM Process-Parameters
Abstract: This research evaluates how fused deposition modeling (FDM) fabrication process parameters affect the compressive behavior of tetrachiral auxetic structures created from Polylactic Acid (PLA). Auxetic materials have several useful properties, including reversible deformation and high-energy absorbing capabilities, which are beneficial to creating ultra-lightweight structural, protective, and shock-resistance designs. Among the available auxetic topologies, the tetrachiral configuration is particularly attractive for engineering use, because its rotation-dominated node–ligament deformation gives a negative …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 5, 2026 · pp. 58–70 Read article
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Effect of pH on Shear Strength Behavior of Granular Soil
Abstract: In this research, the performances of pH value on shear strength behavior of granular soil have been studied. The shear strength of soil is an important term in most of the foundation engineering problems such as the bearing capacity of shallow foundation, slope stability of dam/embankment and lateral earth pressure on retaining walls. A series of direct shear tests were conducted on two types of dry granular soils (taken from …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 8–11 Read article
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A Review on Mechanical Behavior of Various Strength And Flexure Parameters on Hardened High Strength Fiber Reinforced Concrete (HSFRC)
Abstract: This Review paper presents the Study for effective use of different shapes Steel Fibre for enhancing Flexural capacity of High Strength Concrete Beam, Along with Compressive & tensile strength. The flexural tensile strength or modulus of rupture (MOR) of concrete generally referred to tensile strength is an important parameter for determining deflection, minimum flexural reinforcement and to compute the on-set of visible cracks in a concrete structure under flexure. It …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Advancements In Al6061 Metal Matrix Composites: The Role of SiC, Al₂O₃, and Graphite Reinforcements in Enhancing Properties and Applications
Abstract: Al6061-based metal matrix composites (MMCs) reinforced with silicon carbide (SiC), graphite (Gr), and aluminum oxide (Al₂O₃) exhibit a unique combination of mechanical, thermal, and tribological properties, making them highly suitable for advanced engineering applications. SiC enhances hardness, wear resistance, and load-bearing capacity, while Al₂O₃ improves thermal stability and mechanical strength. Graphite provides self-lubricating properties, reduces friction, and lowers the composite's density, improving fatigue resistance. The synergy of combining these reinforcements …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 90–98 Read article