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15 articles for “Laterite”
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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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Enhancement of Electrical Conductivity of Laterite Derived Ferric Oxide to Facilitate As Anode Materials
Abstract: Laterite is a mineral abundant in ferric oxide and various impurities, including aluminum oxide and silicon dioxide. The extraction of ferric oxide from laterite is accomplished through a cost-effective leaching process employing HCl, NaOH, and Sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS). Characterization using Xray diffraction (XRD) confirmed the synthesized particles to be α-Hematite nano particles, with an average particle size of 94.21 nm, predominantly falling within the range of 90 nm to …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Development of Mathematical Model to Monitor the Deposition of Nitrogen Inhibited by Lead in Consolidated Lateritic Formation
Abstract: This paper monitors the depositions of nitrogen inhibited by lead in consolidated lateritic formation. The study expresses the accumulation from lateritic depositions of lead in the formation. Such conditions were observed in lateritic soil. Lead depositions were thoroughly evaluated to see if it can inhibit the deposition of nitrogen in consolidated lateritic formation. Such outside the deltaic depositions were lateritic soil predominantly deposited in such location. The study observed that …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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A systematic Review on Laterite based geopolymer
Abstract: Laterite based geopolymer has been widely studied as a sustainable alternative to Portland cement in construction industry. However, its thermal performance is still a challenge due to the low thermal conductivity and low temperature resistance. In this paper, recent studies on the improvement of thermal performance of laterite based geopolymer using additives are reviewed. The additives studied include organic materials, metal oxides and natural fillers. The effect of these additives …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 8, 2023 · pp. 172–183 Read article
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Investigation of Rock Dust Suitability as Improvement Material of Subgrade and Sub-base Laterite Material of Elerinjare, Kwara State, Nigeria, in Pavement Construction
Abstract: The current study involves the improvement of laterite soil by addition of granite dust. The laterite and dust used for the study were collected at Elerinjare town, Ilorin. The analyses were done in a laboratory. The tests are compaction test, specific gravity, California bearing ratio (CBR) (soaked and unsoaked), Atterberg's limit, Sieve analysis, and bulk density. In this investigation, an attempt was made to stabilize lateritic soil using quarry dust …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 41–57 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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An Exploratory Study on the Application of Locust Bean Pod Extract as a Natural Binder in the Manufacture of Laterite Blocks for Affordable Housing Construction
Abstract: This study investigates the potential application of locust bean pod extract as an alternative binding material in the production of laterite blocks for local building construction. It also examines the availability and distribution of locust bean pod resources across Nigeria and other parts of Africa. Locust bean pods are typically treated as agricultural waste and discarded after the seeds are removed, creating an opportunity to convert this underutilized by-product into …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 36–45 Read article
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Prediction Of Compression Index For Lateritic Soil Using Transformed Variable
Abstract: The information on the compression index of a soil is vital in geotechnical design, but its determination is expensive and time consuming. Most models relating compression index and basic soil properties are usually based on soil types. This work seeks to develop a model relationship between compression index and basic soil properties for lateritic soils. Selective transformation method which involves testing some general functional forms, to choose the model that …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 14–23 Read article
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PREDICTIVE MODEL TO MONITOR THE TRANSPORT OF URANIUM IN UNCONSOLIDATED PREDOMINANT LATERITIC SOIL FORMATION
Abstract: This paper express the rare of uranium transport in predominant lateritic soil formation, the formation were observed to be unconsolidated in the study environment thus deposit high uranium substance in the area, their migration were influenced by manmade and natural origin activities, but the soil experiences migration rate in linear and fluctuation phase in there transport process, the study explain the rate of pressure from void ratio and it low …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 31–39 Read article
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Hydrogenomonas Transport in Lateritic and Silty Formation Influenced by Heterogeneous Velocity Applying Numerical Simulation
Abstract: Hydrogenomonas in lateritic and silty formation influenced by velocity were monitored to predict its rate of migration and its level of variation in concentration. The study examined various conditions observed in the migration level in these two formations. Velocity variation were based on its rate of deposition between the litho structure in study area., The derived solution generated simulation values that express their various concentrations which range from 0.0024 -0.0771, …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 25–32 Read article
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Compressive Strength Characteristic of Environmentally Friendly Laterite Soil Blocks
Abstract: In order to minimize the environmental impacts caused by over exploitation of natural resources for theproduction of building material, the possibility of using blended soil blocks duly burnt for load-bearing wallshas been assessed to alternate the fertile top soil of agricultural land. Since the vertical load carrying capacityprimarily depends on the compressive strength, a comprehensive study was conducted for burnt soil blocksmade with commonly available laterite and clay soil types …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2011 · pp. 20–30 Read article
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Economic Importance of Laterite Deposit in Oke-Oyi Area, Ilorin, Nigeria
Abstract: Two soil samples A and B were taken from Oke-Oyi, Kwara state, North Central, Nigeria. The water content of the samples are 5.8% and 6.5 for sample A and B respectively. This shows the variability in water table in the area. The specific gravities values are 2.7 and 2.78 for samples A and B, this is an indicator of inorganic soil. Grain size analysis show the laterite to be sandy …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 33–37 Read article
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Comparative Analysis of Sustainable Materials in Road Construction: A Review
Abstract: The immediate need for sustainable infrastructure has driven research into new materials in road construction with the goal of reducing environmental degradation and enhancing resource efficiency. This review is a comparative analysis of four innovative technologies involving industrial and natural waste products: recycled aggregates from construction and demolition (C&D) waste, feldspar powder from lithium mining, stabilized dam sediments using eucalyptus ash, and calcium carbide residue (CCR) blended with dredged sludge. …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 93–98 Read article
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Geochemistry and Clay Mineralogy of Weathering and Soil Profiles, Malappuram District, Northern Kerala, India: Its Implications on Paleoclimate
Abstract: The present investigation chiefly concerns with the geochemical and clay mineralogical studies on two weathering and soil profiles at Pathirappadam and Ernadampadam in Nilambur valley, Malappuram district, Kerala. We attempt to understand the mobility of elements, weathering paths, and the common weathering products of gneissic rocks weathering on the western flanks of the Western Ghats. Our results indicate the depletion of Na, K, Ca, Mg and enrichment of Al and …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Transforming Waste into Construction: Innovations in Plastic-Soil Brick Production
Abstract: This study aims to develop an eco-friendly alternative building material by incorporating waste plastic and quarry dust into the production of plastic-soil bricks. Plastic waste, particularly polyethylene terephthalate (PET), is utilized alongside laterite quarry waste and M-sand, supplemented with bitumen and gypsum. Experimental results demonstrate that plastic bricks exhibit superior compressive strength and lower water absorption compared to conventional clay bricks. For instance, plastic bricks with 70% plastic content by …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 14–20 Read article