Experimental Study of Coir Fiber & Rice Husk Ash on Geotechnical Properties of Expansive Soil
Year: 2019
Type: article
Abstract: The problem with expansive soils has been recorded all over the world.In monsoon they imbibe alternative swelling and shrinkage, lightly loaded civil engineering structures like residential buildings, pavements and canal linings are severely damaged.It is, therefore, necessary to mitigate the problems posed by expansive soils and prevent cracking of structures.This paper describes the use of Coir Fiber and Rice Husk Ash for soil stabilization.Standard proctor test, California bearing ratio test and unconfined compression strength test were carried out.The fraction of Coir Fiber is used in this paper is 2, 2.5, 3 and 3.5 along with fixed value of Rice Husk ash 15%.The different percentage were determined which showed considerable enhancement in the strength of treated soil.The maximum value of C.B.R. is at 3% Coir Fiber and 15% Rice Husk Ash additional increase in ratio of Coir Fiber the C.B.R. value decreases.The maximum value of U.C.S. is also at 3% Coir Fiber and Rice Husk Ash 15%.Experiment results show Coir Fiber and Rice Husk Ash enhances the strength properties of soil along with use of economical materials and also solves the environment problem.
Author: Rohit Kumar
Language: English
Subfield: Civil and Structural Engineering
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W2998425953