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Soil Reinforcement Using Waste Plastic Materials
Abstract: Soil reinforcement is a ground improvement techniques used in different civil engineering structures like earth retaining structures, embankment, foundations, road construction, etc.In this study, an attempt was made to collect the soil samples in such a way that it has different plasticity index. Accordingly, samples from surrounding areas of the Kanpur were collected and analyzed for their plasticity index. It was observed that three locations such as PSIT Campus, Naramau …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 10–20 Read article
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THE STRENGHT PARAMETERS OF SAW-DUST ASH ON THE GEOTECHNICAL PROPERTIES OF LATERITIC SOIL FOR ROAD CONSTRUCTION PURPOSES IN GHANA
Abstract: The strength parameters of saw dust ash on the geotechnical properties of lateritic soil for road construction purposes in Ghana have been investigated. The lateritic soil sample collected was subjected to the following test; Atterberg limits, compaction and California Bearing Ratio Test. The tests were conducted in accordance with BS: 1377 and AASHTO M145 standards. A varying percentage of the saw dust ash in order of 2%, 4%, 6%, 8% …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Object Reconstruction Using Phone and Compact Camera
Abstract: Previously, a 3D model can be produced by using high resolution and metric camera in close range photogrammetry technique. In this study, there were two types of camera used; the compact camera (Nikon COOLPIX L120) and phone camera (Samsung Galaxy Note1). Two objects were selected; i.e., a biscuit container as for simulation and water tank as the real object. 3D models for both objects were validated by using a measuring …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 21–30 Read article
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Properties of Bentonite Stabilised with Fluorogypsum
Abstract: This paper presents the properties of the bentonite stabilised with fluorogypsum. For this purpose, commercially available bentonite and fluorogypsum were used in this investigation. The fluorogypsum content and the curing period were varied from 0% to 10 % and 0 to 28 days respectively. Compaction tests results reveal that the maximum dry unit weight increases and optimum moisture content decreases with the increase in the fluorogypsum content to the bentonite. …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 43–53 Read article
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PLASTICITY EVALUATION ON THE HETEROGENEITY OF SAND AND SILTY CLAY FORMATION IN DELTAIC ENVIRONMENT
Abstract: This paper evaluates the level of heterogeneity impact of atterberg limit of the formation; the study analyzed eight locations to determine their plastic limit, liquid limits and plastic index, values generated from different location reflect the behaviour of sand and silty clay base on the experimental data, fluctuation were experiences from 0.2 – 2.5m in all the locations, it generated the lowest and the highest range from LL30-45, PL, 21-31, …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 15–22 Read article
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Effects of granulated waste glass and micro steel fiber on shear strength parameters of sand
Abstract: During the construction of the various structures, soil strength plays a vital role in structural performance. Hence, soil improvement techniques are needed to improve soil strength as well. This study aimed to improve shear strength of sandy soil using Granulated waste glass (GWG) and Micro steel fiber (MSF). In order to apply this idea, there have been taken two kinds of sandy soil such as fine sand (locally available in …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 35–42 Read article
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Soft Computing Based Prediction of Ultimate Bearing Capacity of Footings Resting on Rock Masses
Abstract: The present study attempts to predict the ultimate bearing capacity of shallow foundations on rock masses using five different soft computing techniques namely i) random forest regression approach, ii) artificial neural networks, iii) support vector machine with polykernel, iv) support vector machine with (radial basis function) RBF kernel and v) M5P model tree. The ultimate bearing capacity was assumed to be dependent rock mass rating, unconfined compressive strength of rock, …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Neural network based prediction of shear wave velocity for soils
Abstract: The paper presents a study on the prediction of the shear wave velocity (Vs) for all soils using ANN model from cone penetration test data. The input parameters in the obtained of ANN models were vertical effective stress, sleeve friction, cone tip resistance and output was the shear wave velocity. These parameters were considered to construct the ANN model which has 3-2-1 topology in prediction of shear wave velocity. Further, …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 23–34 Read article
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FLUENT ANALYSIS ON EARTH HEAT EXCHANGER WHERE AIR AS A FLOW MEDIUM
Abstract: Renewable energy is the best source of energy. It is abundant in nature, it’s just like a gift of god. Nowadays, heating and cooling is a major issue in environment due to global warming. A major part of energy is being engaged in such issues. So Earth tube heat exchanger is a renewable source of energy for heating and cooling of any building. Here, in this study we will perform …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 43–68 Read article
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Analytical study of CFST Columns at different Temperatures under Monotonic loading using Abaqus Software (CC & LWC infill)
Abstract: This paper presents, Behaviour of Conventional & Lightweight Concrete-Filled Steel Tube under monotonic loading at different temperatures is investigated using finite element method (Abaqus version 6.13.0.). The parameters chosen for the study are the geometry of the specimen – circular section, different L/D ratios, different grades of conventional & lightweight concrete infill and different temperatures (30°C, 60°C, 90°C, and 120°C). The study includes an analytical investigation into a total of …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 43–52 Read article
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Solid Waste Management of Beta-1
Abstract: With rapid urbanization, the situation is becoming critical. The urban population has grown fivefold in the last six periods with 285.35 million people living in urban areas as per the 2001 census. Waste is littered all over leading to insanitary living conditions. Municipal laws overriding the urban local bodies do not have adequate provisions to deal effectively with the ever-growing problem of solid waste management. Solid waste management is one …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 18–33 Read article
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Durability Studies on Red mud and GGBS based Geopolymer Concrete
Abstract: The aim of the study is to evaluate the performance of geopolymer concrete and conventional concrete. In the present work, two Industrial by-products such as Red Mud and ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBS) of 25:75 proportion is used for geopolymerisation. Red mud is a by-product from Alumina industry. GGBS is a by-product from iron industry. To develop a bond between binder and aggregates to form a geopolymer concrete feldspar …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 9–17 Read article
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A STYDY ON MECHANICAL PROPERTIES UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF FELDSPAR ACTIVATOR ON GEOPOLYMERIZATION OF REDMUD AND GGBS
Abstract: It is well known fact that the Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) is most important construction material. Keeping in view the hazardous effects of Portland cement on environment, efforts are being put to reduce use of cement in concrete with its partial or full replacement by various waste materials such as Red mud (RM), Ground Granulated Blas Furnace Slag (GGBFS or GGBS), Flyash, Silica fume etc.. Geopolymer Concrete (GPC) is a …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Study and Design of Permeable Pavement
Abstract: The purpose of this review paper is to study the advantages of the permeable pavement system and also understanding the current research works and line of works to recommend the future areas of research works. This review paper also defines the importance of permeable pavement systems in the sustainable drainage system in both the urban and rural areas for both the traditional and modern method and also discussed more on …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 34–42 Read article
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Taguchis Parameter Design Approach to normal cement concrete mixture proportioning
Abstract: This paper presents the results of the optimization of normal cement concrete mixture using Taguchi approach. The Taguchi experiments were designed using an L9 orthogonal array with three factors and three levels each. The water-cement ratio (W/C), total aggregate-cement ratio (TA/C) and total aggregate-water ratio (TA/W) were treated as the control factors. The effects of the water-cement ratio, total aggregate-cement ratio and total aggregate-water ratio on the compressive strength were …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 23–29 Read article
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Protection of Saddle Dam from Ground Vibrations caused due to Tunnel Blasts: A Case Study
Abstract: A water tunnel of 150m length is being excavated, a portion of which is passing about 20m below the flank of Bhadra Saddle Dam, made up of compacted soil. Tunnel encountered Fair to Very Strong rock formation, requiring usage of explosive energy for the excavation. Safe tunnel blasts were designed for different chainages, depending up on the rock formation, in order to protect the Saddle Dam from the ground vibrations …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 16–22 Read article
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A REVIEW ON THE VARIOUS TYPES OF SOIL CONTAMINATION WITH REMEDIATION
Abstract: The paper deals about the plethora of soil contamination by the industrial activities or accidental leakage. Several contaminations of soils have been included in the paper and suggested remediation methods for the remediation of contaminated soil is also discussed in the paper. Rise of population growth leads to large amount of demand, which affects the industrial growth. The re use of waste or any other surplus additives and bio-surfactants for …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 30–37 Read article
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Behavioural Study of Black Cotton Soil with Brick Kiln Dust and Fly Ash.
Abstract: Now a days with increasing population the quantity of waste materials is goes on increasing. This waste material growth is so dangerous that, it affects the lives of humans and animals for example generation of plastic waste of one of the important problem at present condition. Also in industrial area proper disposal of waste material can be seen in very less amount. Therefore by considering this as a problem to …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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Optimization of Compressive Strength of Segmental Interlocking Stones
Abstract: The failure of most segmental interlocking stones used as pavement materials is traceable to lack of knowledge of the mix ratios that would optimize the compressive strength of the end products. In this study, the compressive strength was optimized based on Scheffe’s simplex lattice approach. The reliability of model developed was investigated using F-statistic and was found to be adequate. A computer program written in basic language was used to …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Application of Suitable Admixtures (Lime and RHA) for Improvement of Pavement Subgrade
Abstract: Abstract The quality of a pavement depends on the strength of its sub-grade. The present investigation has been carried out with easily available materials like lime and rice husk ash mixed individually and in combinations with different proportions. The different percentages of lime with respect to weight of dry soil were 2%, 4%, 6%, 8% 10% and for rice husk ash (RHA) were 3%, 6%, 9% and 12%. In each …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 14–31 Read article