Determination of the shear strength parameters on triaxial devices

Abstract

The soil properties are studied in mechanics, that is, the important properties according to which the soil can be classified. Based on mechanics, the information is being obtained on how the tested soil can be used. For example: which soil is favorable for the construction of various types of structures, which soil is favorable for the construction of embankments, etc. There are several ways to determine the elements of internal soil resistance, cohesion and angle of internal friction, using the laboratory tests, among which the most famous are the direct shear test, triaxial compression test and uniaxial compressive strength test. This paper will describe the "CU" triaxial test results.

Keywords

• soil mechanics
• triaxial test
• shear strength
• angle of internal friction