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4. Terzaghi’s 1D Consolidation Equation

The chapter discusses the principles of Terzaghi's one-dimensional consolidation theory, focusing on the assumptions that the soil medium is saturated, isotropic, and homogeneous while following Darcy's law. It explains the concept of volume change in soil due to consolidation and outlines limitations of the one-dimensional model such as constant permeability and assumptions of three-dimensional flow. The chapter concludes with Terzaghi's solution indicating consolidation progress with time and depth, emphasizing the importance of average degree of consolidation in practical applications.

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Sections

  • 1

    Terzaghi’s 1d Consolidation Equation

    This section discusses Terzaghi's 1D consolidation equation, focusing on its assumptions and limitations in analyzing soil consolidation.

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  • 1.1

    Assumptions

    This section discusses the fundamental assumptions underlying Terzaghi's 1D consolidation equation for saturated soils.

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  • 1.2

    One Dimensional Theory Hypothesis

    This section covers Terzaghi’s one-dimensional consolidation theory, emphasizing key assumptions and limitations involved in soil mechanics.

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  • 1.3

    Limitation Of 1d Consolidation

    The limitations of one-dimensional consolidation highlight the assumptions made in Terzaghi's consolidation theory, particularly regarding permeability and excess pore water pressure.

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  • 1.4

    Uniform Excess Pore Water Pressure With Depth

    This section discusses the concept of uniform excess pore water pressure in soil at varying depths, including assumptions and limitations associated with one-dimensional consolidation theory.

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  • 1.5

    Terzaghi’s Solution For One-Dimensional Consolidation

    This section discusses Terzaghi's one-dimensional consolidation equation and outlines its assumptions and limitations.

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  • 1.6

    Average Degree Of Consolidation

    This section discusses Terzaghi’s 1D consolidation equation and the average degree of consolidation in saturated soils, outlining its assumptions and limitations.

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What we have learnt

  • The assumptions of one-dime...
  • Consolidation is defined as...
  • The limitations of the one-...

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