Compendium of Indian Standards on Soil Engineering: Part-2 Field Testing of Soils For Civil Engineering Purposes 1988 Edition
This compendium consolidates Indian Standards focused on in-field soil testing tailored for civil engineering needs. It includes guidelines on on-site soil density measurement, sampling methods like thin wall samplers, borehole maintenance, and various field testing techniques such as plate load and vane shear assessments. This document is crucial for professionals conducting soil investigations to ensure accurate evaluation of soil characteristics for foundation and earthwork designs.
This compendium consolidates Indian Standards focused on in-field soil testing tailored for civil engineering needs. It includes guidelines on on-site soil density measurement, sampling methods like thin wall samplers, borehole maintenance, and various field testing techniques such as plate load and vane shear assessments. This document is crucial for professionals conducting soil investigations to ensure accurate evaluation of soil characteristics for foundation and earthwork designs.
Audience
Who Uses This Standard
Geotechnical specialists
Civil engineering professionals
Field site examiners
Soil laboratory analysts
Foundation design experts
Construction site supervisors
Geological consultants
Contents
Key Topics Covered
✓Determining soil dry density in the field
✓Design and operation of thin wall samplers
✓Procedures for drilling and cleaning boreholes
✓Techniques for sampling both disturbed and intact soils
✓Methods for conducting plate load tests
✓In-situ vane shear test approaches
✓Applying correction factors to test outcomes
✓Utilization of split spoon samplers
✓Calibration protocols for sand pouring cylinders
✓Proper handling and labeling of soil samples
✓Site safety and preparation for testing
✓Use of proving rings and dial indicator gauges
✓Percussion and wash boring techniques
✓Measurement of moisture content in soils
✓Documentation and reporting of field testing data
Structure
Table of Contents
1Introduction and Scope
2Terminology and Definitions
3Required Materials and Instruments
4Preparation of Test Sites and Borehole Maintenance
5Procedures for Field Testing
6Sampling Techniques
7Sample Handling and Identification
8Equipment Marking and Identification
9Calibration Processes and Result Corrections
10Data Computation and Analysis
11Safety Measures and Quality Assurance
12Supplementary Appendices and Illustrations
13References to Associated Standards
14Terminology Glossary
15Index
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