Practice Ground Improvement Techniques - 37.8.1 | 37. Effect of Soil Properties and Damping – Liquefaction of Soils | Earthquake Engineering - Vol 3
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37.8.1 - Ground Improvement Techniques

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is densification?

💡 Hint: Think about how you can make soil more compact.

Question 2

Easy

Name one method of grouting.

💡 Hint: What about techniques to fill in gaps in soil?

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of densification?

  • Increase soil density
  • Reduce soil moisture
  • Add nutrients

💡 Hint: How does making soil denser help during seismic activities?

Question 2

True or False: Grouting can help fill voids in soil.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: What does filling voids do for soil structure?

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Design a ground improvement plan for a construction site located on loose sandy soils. Include which techniques you would use and explain your choices.

💡 Hint: Consider methods that directly address the soil composition and its weaknesses.

Question 2

Evaluate the potential risks associated with using grouting as a ground improvement method in environments with high groundwater.

💡 Hint: Evaluate how groundwater levels can impact grouting successes.

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