Practice Steps - 2.2 | 7. Determination of coefficient of consolidation (Cv) from laboratory data | Geotechnical Engineering - Vol 2
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Question 1 Easy

What does Cv stand for?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens to soil under load.

Question 2 Easy

Which method uses a logarithmic scale for time?

💡 Hint: It's the method we are focusing on today.

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Question 1

What does the Log-time method utilize for analyzing soil consolidation?

Linear time scale
Logarithmic time scale
Square root time scale

💡 Hint: Contemplate the type of graph we discussed in class.

Question 2

True or False: The coefficient of consolidation is measured in mm/min.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about how coefficients are typically represented.

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Challenge 1 Hard

A soil sample shows a dial reading of 10 mm after 2 minutes and 22 mm after 8 minutes. Plot these points and find Cv.

💡 Hint: Start with identifying t1 and t2, then calculate the difference.

Challenge 2 Hard

If a consolidation curve intersects the dials at 0%, 50%, and 100% at specific times, explain how you would analyze these points for practical applications.

💡 Hint: Relate readings to real-world scenarios like park benches or buildings.

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