Practice Unsuitable for very soft clay and highly variable soil. - 1.2.4 | 19. Types of Field Compaction Equipment | Geotechnical Engineering - Vol 1
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Unsuitable for very soft clay and highly variable soil.

1.2.4 - Unsuitable for very soft clay and highly variable soil.

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What type of soil is unsuitable for pneumatic tyred rollers?

💡 Hint: Think about the type of soil that is too soft.

Question 2 Easy

Name one type of compaction equipment mentioned in the section.

💡 Hint: Look for examples of equipment that compact soil.

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Question 1

Which type of roller is unsuitable for very soft clay?

Smooth Wheeled Steel Drum Rollers
Pneumatic Tyred Rollers
Sheepsfoot Rollers

💡 Hint: Consider the materials they are designed for.

Question 2

True or False: Pneumatic tyred rollers can be used effectively on highly variable soil.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the soil consistency.

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Challenge 1 Hard

A construction project discovers that a recently compacted area contains a mix of soft clay and coarse soil. How can this discovery affect project timelines and structural integrity?

💡 Hint: Consider the implications of soil consistency on project execution.

Challenge 2 Hard

Given a scenario where pneumatic tyred rollers were used on soft clay, draft a proposal for assessing soil conditions and corrective measures to ensure proper compaction.

💡 Hint: Reflect on soil testing processes and alternative equipment.

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