37.6.2 - Empirical Procedures
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What does FS indicate in the context of liquefaction?
💡 Hint: Think about what a ratio can signify.
Define Cyclic Resistance Ratio (CRR).
💡 Hint: It relates to how the soil behaves under stress.
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What is the Factor of Safety (FS) used for?
💡 Hint: Think about its role in earthquake assessments.
True or False: A Factor of Safety greater than 1 indicates no risk of liquefaction.
💡 Hint: What's the meaning of being above 1 in ratios?
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A site with a CRR of 0.35 and CSR of 0.5 is under consideration for construction. What is the FS, and what does it indicate about liquefaction risk?
💡 Hint: Calculate using the ratio given!
Consider a soil sample with a high water table affecting both CRR and CSR. List factors that could be mitigated to reduce the risk of liquefaction if the CSR were to increase.
💡 Hint: Think about engineering solutions to improve the soil's resistance.
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