scholarly journals Geomechanical Behaviour of Uncemented Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Beads–Clayey Soil Mixtures as Lightweight Fill

Geotechnics ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 38-58
Author(s):  
Pouyan Abbasimaedeh ◽  
Ali Ghanbari ◽  
Brendan C. O’Kelly ◽  
Mohsen Tavanafar ◽  
Kourosh Ghaffari Irdmoosa
Keyword(s):  
Clayey Soil ◽  
Expanded Polystyrene ◽  
Environmental Cost ◽  
Dry Density ◽  
Engineering Practice ◽  
Clayey Sand ◽  
Earth Pressures ◽  
Lightweight Fill ◽  
Soil Foundation ◽  
Geotechnical Testing

Lightweight fill can be advantageous in embankment construction for the purposes of reducing the (i) bearing pressures on the underlying soil foundation, (ii) destabilizing moments for constructed earthen slopes, and (iii) earth pressures acting behind retaining walls. This paper investigates the merits/limitations of particulate expanded polystyrene (EPS) beads mixed with clayey sand (CS) soil as lightweight fill, considering both geotechnical and environmental perspectives. The bench-scale geotechnical testing programme included standard Proctor (SP) compaction, California bearing ratio (CBR), direct shear (sheardox), oedometer and permeability testing performed on two different gradation CS soils amended with 0.5, 1.5 and 3.0 wt.% EPS, investigating two nominal bead sizes equivalent to poorly-graded medium and coarse sands. Compared to the unamended soils, the compacted dry density substantially decreased with increasing EPS beads content, from 2.09 t/m3 (0 wt.% EPS) to as low as 0.33 t/m3 for 3 wt.% (73 v.%) of larger-sized EPS beads. However, from analyses of the test results for the investigated 50 to 400 kPa applied stress range, even 0.5 wt.% (21 v.%) EPS beads caused a substantial mechanical failure, with a drastic decay of the CBR and compressibility parameters for the studied CS soils. Given the more detrimental environmental cost of leaving myriads of separate EPS beads mixed forever among the soil, it is concluded that the approach of adding particulate EPS beads to soils for producing uncemented lightened fill should not be employed in geotechnical engineering practice.

scholarly journals Effect of Expanded Polystyrene Particle Size on Engineering Properties of Clayey Soil

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Chuanyang Liang ◽  
Yuedong Wu ◽  
Jian Liu ◽  
Huiguo Wu ◽  
Dashuo Chen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Particle Size ◽  
Clayey Soil ◽  
Expanded Polystyrene ◽  
Engineering Properties ◽  
Dry Density ◽  
Compression Index ◽  
Maximum Dry Density ◽  
Coefficient Of Permeability ◽  
Optimum Water Content ◽  
Size Groups

The particle size of expanded polystyrene (EPS) has an effect on engineering properties of EPS-clay blends. However, the effect of differences between EPS particle size groups subdivided within 1–3 mm on engineering properties is usually ignored. In this study, different particle sizes of EPS pellets have been considered to separately investigate the effect on the optimum water content (OWC), maximum dry density (MDD), unconfined compressive strength (UCS), ductility, coefficient of permeability, and compression index of EPS-clay blends. Results show that the MDD, ductility, hydraulic conductivity, and compression index of EPS-clay blends do not increase with the increase in the EPS particle size in the range of 0.3–3 mm, while the OWC and UCS do not decrease. For a given EPS content, among samples with the EPS particle size of 0.3–1 mm, 1-2 mm, and 2-3 mm, the MDD and UCS of EPS-clay blends with 1-2 mm in EPS particle size are the largest, while the OWC, ductility, coefficient of permeability, and compression index are the smallest. Microstructure analyses reveal that, for samples with the EPS particle size of 1-2 mm, the pore volume is lower and the microstructure is denser, which are the main reasons why the EPS particle size can influence engineering properties of EPS-clay blends.

scholarly journals Characterization and Comparison Research on Composite of Alluvial Clayey Soil Modified with Fine Aggregates of Construction Waste and Fly Ash

2021 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
pp. 83-95
Author(s):  
Qu Jili ◽  
Wang Junfeng ◽  
Batugin Andrian ◽  
Zhu Hao
Keyword(s):  
Compressive Strength ◽  
Fly Ash ◽  
Unconfined Compressive Strength ◽  
Clayey Soil ◽  
Dry Density ◽  
Maximum Dry Density ◽  
Construction Waste ◽  
Comparison Research ◽  
Fine Aggregates ◽  
Optimum Water Content

Abstract Fine aggregates of construction waste and fly ash were selected as additives to modify the characteristics of Shanghai clayey soil as a composite. The laboratory tests on consistency index, maximum dry density, and unconfined compressive strength were carried out mainly for the purpose of comparing the modifying effect on the composite from fine aggregates of construction waste with that from fly ash. It is mainly concluded from test results that the liquid and plastic limit of the composites increase with the content of two additives. But their maximum dry density all decreases with the additive content. However, fine aggregates of construction waste can increase the optimum water content of the composites, while fly ash on the contrary. Finally, although the two additive all can increase the unconfined compressive strength of composites, fly ash has better effect. The current conclusions are also compared with previous studies, which indicates that the current research results are not completely the same as those from other researchers.

The Analysis of Stress Distribution of Hammer Bottom during Dynamic Compaction on Sandy Soil Foundation

2011 ◽  
Vol 250-253 ◽  
pp. 1460-1463
Author(s):  
Jian Qi Wu ◽  
Jian Hong Deng ◽  
Xiao Ping Wang
Keyword(s):  
Comparative Analysis ◽  
Stress Distribution ◽  
Sandy Soil ◽  
Field Monitoring ◽  
Dynamic Compaction ◽  
Dry Density ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Red Sandstone ◽  
Soil Foundation

Obtained stress distribution of hammer bottom according to the analysis of horizontal and vertical red sandstone fill dry density of the hammer bottom after dynamic compaction; affirmed the stress distribution situation of the hammer bottom through comparative analysis of the test results by laboratory and field monitoring.

scholarly journals Geotechnical properties of reinforced clayey soil using nylons carry’s bags by products

2018 ◽  
Vol 162 ◽  
pp. 01020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nahla Salim ◽  
Kawther Al-Soudany ◽  
Nora Jajjawi
Keyword(s):  
Soil Stabilization ◽  
Clayey Soil ◽  
Ground Improvement ◽  
Soft Soil ◽  
Liquid Limit ◽  
Waste Material ◽  
Industrial Wastes ◽  
Dry Density ◽  
Maximum Dry Density ◽  
Replacement Technique

All structures built on soft soil may experience uncontrollable settlement and critical bearing capacity. This may not meet the design requirements for the geotechnical engineer. Soil stabilization is the change of these undesirable properties in order to meet the requirements. Traditional methods of stabilizing or through in-situ ground improvement such as compaction or replacement technique is usually costly. Now a safe and economic disposal of industrial wastes and development of economically feasible ground improvement techniques are the important challenges being faced by the engineering community. This work focuses on improving the soft soil brought from Baghdad by utilizing the local waste material for stabilization of soil, such as by using “Nylon carry bag’s by product” with the different percentage and corresponding to 1 %, 3% and 5% (the portion of stabilizer matters to soil net weight) of dried soil. The results indicated that as Nylon’s fiber content increases, the liquid limit decreases while the plastic limit increases, so the plasticity index decreases. Furthermore, the maximum dry density decreases while, the optimum moisture content increases as the Nylon’s fiber percentage increases. The compression index (decreases as the Nylon’s fiber increases and provides a maximum of 43% reduction by adding 5% nylon waste material. In addition, the results indicated that, the undrained shear strength increases as the nylon fiber increases.

Geotechnical Characterization of Water Treatment Sludge for Liner Material Production and Soft Soil Reinforcement

2021 ◽  
Vol 1046 ◽  
pp. 83-88
Author(s):  
Leonardo Marchiori ◽  
André Studart ◽  
António Albuquerque ◽  
Victor Cavaleiro ◽  
Abílio P. Silva
Keyword(s):  
Water Treatment ◽  
Water Content ◽  
Clayey Soil ◽  
Soft Soil ◽  
Soil Reinforcement ◽  
Dry Density ◽  
Water Treatment Sludge ◽  
Soft Soils ◽  
Liner Material ◽  
Material Production

A water treatment sludge (WTS) was characterized in order to evaluate if its properties would be suitable for use as liner of earthworks or for strengthening a clay soil. A WTS and a clayey soil was characterized in terms of granulometry, cumulative volumes, specific surface, density, plastic limit, liquid limit, water content, hydraulic conductivity, and characteristics of compaction (optimal water content and dry density). This study aimed to exhibit and evaluate these investigated parameters of WTS, soft soil and mixed proportions between the materials for liners’ material production while evaluating soft soils’ reinforcement feasibility. The results have shown WTS’s contribution with its fine granulometry and compaction characteristics, indicating filling properties and possible feasibility as soft soils additions for liners’ material production while being applicable for soils‘ reinforcements, corroborating with existing literature on the subject. Thus, the currently developed investigation has exposed WTS as a potential addition for these applications while also attending society’s new demands towards a more sustainable future.

Stability Analysis of Soil Slope and the Design of Anti-Slide Piles during Unsteady Seepage

2012 ◽  
Vol 204-208 ◽  
pp. 689-693
Author(s):  
Yong Quan Li ◽  
Hang Jing ◽  
Qing Huan Wang ◽  
Jun Fu Chen
Keyword(s):  
Finite Element Method ◽  
Finite Element ◽  
Limit Equilibrium ◽  
Limit Equilibrium Method ◽  
Engineering Practice ◽  
Soil Slope ◽  
Safety Factors ◽  
Seepage Analysis ◽  
Slip Surfaces ◽  
Earth Pressures

Principle of calculation of water and earth pressures together by Limit Equilibrium Method (LEM) is introduced, and coupled deformation and seepage analysis is conducted by Finite Element Method (FEM ).The response of one soil slope is simulated during rapid drawdown of water level by LEM and FEM. The results calculated show that seepage upraises the critical slip surfaces, and critical slip surfaces and safety factors by two ways are pretty close. To assure the safety of the slope, the design of anti-slide piles is carried out. Those ways used may provide reference to engineering practice.

A New Energy Saving Roofing Insulation Board System of Polyphenylene Foam Concrete

2012 ◽  
Vol 531-532 ◽  
pp. 421-424
Author(s):  
Dong Zhou Xia
Keyword(s):  
Energy Saving ◽  
Thermal Insulation ◽  
Foam Glass ◽  
Expanded Polystyrene ◽  
Glass Block ◽  
Engineering Practice ◽  
Foam Concrete ◽  
Insulation Materials ◽  
New Energy ◽  
Board System

In engineering practice, the most widely used roof insulation materials are expanded perlite, expanded vermiculite, extruded polystyrene board (XPS), expanded polystyrene board (EPS), foam glass block，rigid polyurethane foam insulation layer, and so on. These products have many advantages, such as light weight, high compressive strength, good integral property, convenient construction. But there are a lot of defects at the same time, such as bad fireproof performance and durability, environmental pollution, and so on. So we need an efficient roofing insulation materials to meet the growing needs of the roofing energy saving, energy saving roofing insulation board system of polyphenylene foam concrete just meet this demand, it has the characteristics of thermal insulation, lightweight and compressive resistance, waterproof and moistureproof, fire durable, and simple structure. Through the application of this new materials in practical engineering, the energy saving roofing insulation board will provide an efficient and practical material for future roof thermal insulation and energy saving.

scholarly journals Influence of Lime, Rice Husk Ash and Coconut Fibre on Strength Properties of Subgrade

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (8) ◽  
pp. 767-772
Keyword(s):  
Rice Husk ◽  
Rice Husk Ash ◽  
Clayey Soil ◽  
Strength Properties ◽  
Strength Characteristics ◽  
Soil Stability ◽  
Dry Density ◽  
Subgrade Soil ◽  
Adjustment Strategies ◽  
Coconut Fibre

Soil stability is a significant criterion in the field of development, for soil which needs adequate steadiness, different adjustment strategies can be embraced. The entrenched methods of soil adjustment regularly utilize such establishing operators like cement. Substitution of solidifying substance with commercial or agriculture outcome is profoundly attractive. Rice husk ash is an extremely prospective agriculture dissipates as pozzolanic materials that bring about a prevalent property after joined with lime. Also, coconut fibre is well known for its durability and high resistance and gives well establishing results when combined with lime and rice husk ash. This study worked on the experimental investigation of clayey soil with admixtures like lime, rice husk ash and coconut fibre. This study included the calculation of properties of the soil as consistency limits and strength characteristics. Clay type of soil is used in this study. In view of compaction, expansion of lime, RHA and coconut fibre diminishes the dry density and expands the moisture content. From the perspective of strength characteristics and economical terms, expansion of 6% lime, 8 % RHA and 1 % coconut fibre are prescribed as ideal value for subgrade soil adjustment

scholarly journals Geotechnical Properties of Clayey Soil Contaminated with Copper

2019 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 74-80
Author(s):  
Mahdi O. Karkush ◽  
Shahad D. Ali
Keyword(s):  
Copper Sulfate ◽  
Fine Particles ◽  
Clayey Soil ◽  
Physical And Mechanical Properties ◽  
Cohesive Soil ◽  
Geotechnical Properties ◽  
Oil Field ◽  
Dry Density ◽  
Unconfined Compression Test ◽  
Intact Soil

In this research, the effectsof coppersulfate contamination on the chemical, physical and mechanical properties of cohesive soil have been studied and compared with the properties of intact soil. Soil sampleswere obtained from Al-Ahdab oil field in Wasit governorate, located in the east of Iraq. In the laboratory, the soil specimens were contaminated artificiallywith three quantities of copper sulfate) CuSO4.5H2O) (100, 200 and 400) gm. The contaminantwas dissolved in 10 liters of distilled water and then added to the intact soil. The intact soil samplekept soaked with the contaminantfor 30 days. Several tests were conducted onthe soil samples (intact and contaminated) to measure the effects of copper sulfate on the geotechnical properties of clayey soil. The results of tests showed significant effectsfor copper on the studied soil properties. The copper sulfate causesdecreasing the percentage of fine particles in the soil, Atterberg s limits, permeability and optimum water content. Inaddition, the copper sulfate causes increasing thespecific gravity andmaximum dry density of soil. The shear strength parameters of soil are measured by using direct shear test, unconfined compression test and unconsolidated undrained triaxial test are decreased with increasing the concentration of copper sulfate in soil. Also, its noted increasing the initial void ratio, the compression index and recompression index with increasing concentration of contaminant in soil.

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