1 - Terzaghi’s 1D Consolidation Equation
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What is consolidation in soil mechanics?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to water in saturated soil when a load is placed.
Name one assumption made by Terzaghi’s 1D consolidation equation.
💡 Hint: Consider the state of the soil during the consolidation process.
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Which condition is NOT assumed in Terzaghi’s consolidation equation?
💡 Hint: Think about the meaning of isotropy in relation to soil properties.
True or False: The coefficient of volume compressibility remains constant during consolidation.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens to soil as it consolidates.
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Given the properties of a clay layer (permeability, compressibility), calculate the expected settlement over time for a construction site subjected to a constant load. Account for double drainage.
💡 Hint: Take into account how time factors and boundary conditions will affect your calculation.
Discuss the impact of varying load intensity on the consolidation process of a saturated soil layer. Include a detailed analysis of pore water pressure changes.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the relationship between loading, pressure, and consolidation time.
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