Monthly Archive: January 2020

What Does Friction Angle of Soil Mean?

What Does Friction Angle of Soil Mean?

In geotechnical engineering and soil mechanics, the friction angle of soil is, at its most basic level, a physical property that helps to quantify a soil’s shear strength. If that seems kind of abstract,...

4 Simple Factors Affecting Soil Compaction

This article is primarily aimed at contractors looking to pass their soil compaction tests more quickly but is also a good refresher for geotechnical technicians to review. And check out our friends article on...

What is 98% Compaction?

What is 98% Compaction?

This is a question I get a lot while on construction sites. Contractors usually do not know what is meant by 98% compaction, just that they need the geotechnical technician with a nuclear gauge...