International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering
Volume 6, Issue 1 (2020)
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THE STRENGHT PARAMETERS OF SAW-DUST ASH ON THE GEOTECHNICAL PROPERTIES OF LATERITIC SOIL FOR ROAD CONSTRUCTION PURPOSES IN GHANA
Abstract: The strength parameters of saw dust ash on the geotechnical properties of lateritic soil for road construction purposes in Ghana have been investigated. The lateritic soil sample collected was subjected to the following test; Atterberg limits, compaction and California Bearing Ratio Test. The tests were conducted in accordance with BS: 1377 and AASHTO M145 standards. A varying percentage of the saw dust ash in order of 2%, 4%, 6%, 8% …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Soil Reinforcement Using Waste Plastic Materials
Abstract: Soil reinforcement is a ground improvement techniques used in different civil engineering structures like earth retaining structures, embankment, foundations, road construction, etc.In this study, an attempt was made to collect the soil samples in such a way that it has different plasticity index. Accordingly, samples from surrounding areas of the Kanpur were collected and analyzed for their plasticity index. It was observed that three locations such as PSIT Campus, Naramau …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 10–20 Read article
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Object Reconstruction Using Phone and Compact Camera
Abstract: Previously, a 3D model can be produced by using high resolution and metric camera in close range photogrammetry technique. In this study, there were two types of camera used; the compact camera (Nikon COOLPIX L120) and phone camera (Samsung Galaxy Note1). Two objects were selected; i.e., a biscuit container as for simulation and water tank as the real object. 3D models for both objects were validated by using a measuring …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 21–30 Read article
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Some Geomechanical and Petrophysical Linkages Within Paleo-Sedimentary Beds of Ghana
Abstract: Instability issues have been a major challenge in the Sekondian Series of South-Western Ghana. This is particularly affecting civil works and environmental mitigation efforts across the formation as extensive weathered profile impedes structural integrity. Uniaxial Compressive Strength (UCS) of lithological units which is a critical stability measure in most engineering projects requires quality sample of appropriate dimension for its determination. Samples for this important design parameter cannot be easily obtained …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 31–42 Read article
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Properties of Bentonite Stabilised with Fluorogypsum
Abstract: This paper presents the properties of the bentonite stabilised with fluorogypsum. For this purpose, commercially available bentonite and fluorogypsum were used in this investigation. The fluorogypsum content and the curing period were varied from 0% to 10 % and 0 to 28 days respectively. Compaction tests results reveal that the maximum dry unit weight increases and optimum moisture content decreases with the increase in the fluorogypsum content to the bentonite. …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 43–53 Read article