Stabilization of black cotton soil using coconut fiber.

Published 25-01-2023
Section Research Articles

Authors

  • K U Arathi Rajadhani Institute of Science and Technology Palakkad
  • K M Athulya Rajadhani Institute of Science and Technology Palakkad
  • V Vinaya Rajadhani Institute of Science and Technology Palakkad
  • P V Pooja Rajadhani Institute of Science and Technology Palakkad
  • V V Athira Rajadhani Institute of Science and Technology Palakkad

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.7770/safer-V10N1-art2547

Abstract

Black cotton soil is a soil with low bearing capacity, swelling and shrinkage characteristics. Due to its peculiar characteristics, it forms a very poor foundation material. As black cotton soil is an expansive soil; it creates problem for lightly loaded structure than moderately loaded structure. Through this project, we are trying to study the improvements in the properties of soil by adding coconut fiber of varying percentages. Tests will be conducted to determine liquid limit and unconfined compression strength. Stabilization of soil is an effective method for improving the properties of soil. It has great significance in the future projects.

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