Practical Geotechnical Information
A rite of passage for a new geotechnical engineers is the transition from compaction and concrete testing to their first geotechnical investigation. During the time spent doing compaction and gaining experience, a geotechnical professional...
Performing compaction testing using a nuclear density gauge may seem at first to be a simple task: pound the pin, depress the handle, and take the reading. As easy it may seem at first...
In this article I will explain the differences between each soil type and how they are classified in the Modified Unified Soil Classification System. Types of Soil According to the Modified Unified Soil Classification...
In general, geogrid is used to distribute concentrated loads over a wider area – sometimes under footings, roadways, or other areas that require subgrade support. Geogrid’s other most common use is to act as...
There are many different geotechnical testing methods available. In this article I will list 5 common field tests and provide a brief overview of each. You can find more in-depth information by clicking on the...