0
1.3kviews
What is meant by Ground Improvement?

Mumbai University > Civil Engineering > Sem 8 > Construction Engineering

Marks: 4Marks

1 Answer
0
3views

Ground improvement is the primary application of many geotechnical construction techniques, permitting construction on soils by changing their charactertics. Soil mixing increases shear strength and reduce compressibility and permeability of soft soils.

Methods:

  1. Surface Compaction.

  2. Drainage/Surcharge.

  3. Electro-Osmosis.

  4. Grouting.

  5. Blasting.

  6. Dynamic Compaction.

  7. Stone Column.

  8. Sand Drain.

Please log in to add an answer.