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Structural Analysis

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Author:KASSIMALI, Aslam.

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What is Wet Top-feed Method (Vibroreplacement)?

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Step 1 Vibro stone columns or Vibro replacement:

Vibro stone columns or Vibro replacement is one of the best ground improvement technique for soil stabilization for various purposes. Vibro stone columns, also known as vibro replacement, is the construction of dense stone columns with a down-hole vibrator suspended from a crane or specially built rig. The vibro-replacement process improves the soil by densifying it and it also improves compressibility and bearing capacity of soils and decreases settlement also. In this technique, reinforcement of the soil with compacted granular columns or stone columns are done.

There are different types of installation methods which can be classified as:

Wet Top Feed Method
Dry Bottom Feed Method

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