4.7.3 - Mechanical Stabilization
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What is mechanical stabilization?
💡 Hint: Think about how we can make weak materials stronger.
Name one material used for mechanical stabilization.
💡 Hint: What can we use to blend with weak soil?
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What is the primary goal of mechanical stabilization?
💡 Hint: What is the main purpose served by mixing stronger materials with weak soils?
True or False: Mechanical stabilization can only be done using chemicals.
💡 Hint: Remember the materials we've discussed for strengthening soils.
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Given a subgrade soil with low shear strength, propose a mechanical stabilization plan, including materials and mixing techniques.
💡 Hint: Consider what materials can mix effectively to enhance load-bearing capacity.
Evaluate the long-term effects of not implementing mechanical stabilization on a pavement project over a five-year period.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to structures without proper foundations over time.
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