Moisture Content and Soil Compaction
Soil compaction depends on a few factors, not the least of which is moisture content. No contractor wants to pay for a water truck if they think they can just pound the backfill until...
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10 Funny Geotechnical Engineering Jokes and Memes
This article is not normally something I post on this site, but I figured it would be fun to make some memes! Let’s see how this list of geotechnical engineering jokes turn out. 10....
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,...
Is A Nuclear Density Gauge Dangerous?
When I’m on site with a nuke, contractors love to make jokes about my future children being deformed because I’m around my nuclear densometer so much. Of course, I’m a good sport and go...
Field Density Testing Tips: Know Your Client
In this article, I will give you a few field density tips that can help you when you’re on site. They aren’t technical or organizational tips but are based on your relationships with your...
Geotechnical Investigation Guide
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...
Describing Different Types of Soil
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...
How Does Geogrid Work?
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...
5 Methods of In-Situ (Field) Geotechnical Testing
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...
How a Nuclear Density Gauge Works
Please see this article from our company website for additional information. In this article, I will cover the basics of how a nuclear density gauge works. Also known as a “nuke gauge”, “nuclear densometer”,...