Describe how the process of segmentation works on the most fundamental level. What makes it distinct from the conventional method of paging? What exactly is meant by the term "compaction"?

Q: Be aware of the problems that may occur during excavation and techniques to control them

A: There are some problems that may occur during excavation; Cave-in is the greatest risk in an…

Q: How does the value of bearing capacity factor the soil above the pile tip is comparable to the soil…

A: The bearing capacity of pile is greatly influenced by the type of soil surrounding the pile, but…

Q: What is the item of importance in pile installation?

A: The piles are used to lay the foundation at hard strata thus getting better bearing capacity of soil…

Q: how did you get 1.025 for solving the pre consolidation?

A: F = 200,000 lb Cc = 0.4 Cs = 0.05 Cv = 0.2 ft2/day   NOTE : As per guidelines, first question (with…

Q: Describe the  process of  Scraper spreading  soil hauled from an earth-cut area.

A: Generally, the process of scrapper soil spreading consists of three operations:

Q: What is a two-peg test, how is it conducted?

A: Two peg test checks wheather dumpy level is capable of showing true horizontal reading or not and if…

Q: Give two examples of situations in which hand excavation may be required.

A: In order to level up the land ,Erecting Structures or Digging/Boring operations, Excavation and…

Q: Refer to Figure 3.7 Segments 1 and 2. What would be the approximate slab thickness if the mean…

A: K= 72 pci Ec =5×106 psi s'c = 750 kips J=3.2 S0 =0.29 R=95% ZR =1.645 ∆Psi= 4.2-2.5…

Q: Define the functions of drilling mud?

A: Drilling Mud : 1. In geotechnical engineering, drilling fluid, also called drilling mud, is used to…

Q: Given the following information, determine the cost of excavation, the number of loads required to…

A: Given:- Material to be excavated=5225 m3Equipment cost=$280/hourOperator cost=$55/hourEquipment…

Q: Why is the process of measuring excavation different from measuring the work of other trades?

A: Solution: The process of measuring excavation is generally different from measuring the work of…

Q: determine the number of sheets of roof decking required to cover a roof that is 180 ft by 90 ft if…

A: Roof size- 180 ft by 90ft Sheet size- 42ft by 3ft 3 inch  Decking length - 42 ft  Lapping length -2…

Q: What is the physical meaning of the coefficient of consolidation, Cv?

A: The abbreviation of the coefficient of consolidation is Cv. It is the parameter used to define the…

Q: What is loess? Where it can be found?

A: Loess is a type of soil.

Q: What do you understand by the terms "scaling" and "plugging" inside the scrubbing tower?

A: Explain the terms "scaling" and "plugging" inside the scrubbing tower.

Q: What are the benefits of Mat Foundation in a few words?

A: Given data in question Mat Foundation To find out Benefits of Mat Foundation   Mat or Raft…

Q: What are the pros and cons of test pits?

A: The pros of test pits are: It is one of the most economical means of soil exploration to shallow…