1.2 - Calculation of Shear Strength
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What does the vane shear test measure?
💡 Hint: Think about the type of soils we discussed.
What is maximum torque in the context of this test?
💡 Hint: It's a key point in determining shear strength.
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What is the purpose of the vane shear test?
💡 Hint: Think about why we would need to know this for cohesive soils.
True or False: The shear strength in a soil cylinder is always uniform.
💡 Hint: Remember the definitions of the mobilization types.
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A cylindrical soil sample is tested with a shear vane having a diameter of 10 cm and height of 15 cm. The maximum torque recorded is 50 Nm. Calculate the undrained shear strength.
💡 Hint: Use the relationship between dimensions and torque to find shear strength.
Design a study to analyze how varying water content affects the results of a vane shear test.
💡 Hint: Consider varying one factor at a time for a clear analysis.
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