What is soil set-up factor?

Q: Describe the factors affecting soil consolidation?

A: Factors Affecting Consolidation:(a) Clay layer thickness(b) Number of drainage path(c) Permeability…

Q: What are the different Methods for performing field permeability tests?

A: Various methods for performing field permeability test : A- In case of Saturated Soil zone  1-…

Q: Describe what is Cohesive Soil Backfill?

A: Cohesive soils would really be harmful to the retaining wall because they would continue to expand…

Q: How do soil conditions influence the choice of excavation method?

A: The suitable method of excavation for a construction project depends largely upon the soil…

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: Describe about the frost-susceptible soils.

A: Frost susceptible soil:

Q: What remediation methods/technologies are used for remediating soils contaminated with creosote

A: The persistent nature of creosote makes remediation difficult and challenging. A number of methods…

Q: Define Surface Compaction Equipment.

A: The compaction is defined as “the process of expulsion of air in the soil mass by means of…

Q: The mulch border will be 3 ft. wide and 5 inches deep. How many cubic feet of mulch will you need

A: given:The width of the mulch = 3 ft.and the depth of the mulch=5 inchesto find cubic feet of mulch…

Q: How does the manual methods used in soil investigation and when it is necessary?

A: Soil analysis needs to be carried out to assess the soil nutrients carrying power, its settling…

Q: OK, now we have to deal with the spoils. Assume the Finished Grade (FG) was level and all one…

A: According to OSHA minimum offset, minimum offset should be 2 Ft, So the answer is 15+2 = 17ft

Q: Once the construction masonry elevation grade is reached, what is the next step to fill the cavities…

A: Here is the solution of your question:-Explanation:Once the construction masonry elevation grade is…

Q: OK, now we have to deal with the spoils. Assume the Finished Grade (FG) was level and all one…

A: Given Finished grade was level            No slope          Using minimum OSHA offset it is 2 Ft so…

Q: Discuss the importance of proper backfilling and compaction in excavation projects?

A: Proper back filling and compaction are crucial to any excavation project to maintain site stability,…