5.2.3 - Thermal Stabilization
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What is thermal stabilization?
💡 Hint: Think of the two ways we can change the soil.
Why is thermal stabilization rarely used in construction?
💡 Hint: Consider the financial aspect of engineering solutions.
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What is thermal stabilization primarily used for?
💡 Hint: Focus on what the process is achieving.
True or False: Thermal stabilization is the most commonly used method in highway construction.
💡 Hint: Think about the practicality of its use.
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Consider an area of soil with high moisture content that is unstable for construction. How would you implement thermal stabilization, and what factors would you consider?
💡 Hint: Think about the environmental conditions surrounding the area.
In a mixed soil composition site, how could thermal stabilization be combined with another method to enhance effectiveness?
💡 Hint: What synergy could exist between methods?
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