The Effect of Binder and Waste Granular Materials (WGM) on the Shear Strength and Shear Resistance of Dredged Marine Soils (DMS)

Abstract

Dredged marine soil (DMS) is considered as weak and soft problematic soil. It is possible to give this type of soil a second life if only its geotechnical properties are improved. Infusing soil with solidification agent is the common practice of soil improvement. This study uses binder and waste granular material (WGM) such as cement, bottom ash (BA) and palm oil clinker (POC). The aforementioned materials are capable to fortify the poor features of the soil. Series numbers of soil bed samples were tested for its shear strength and shear resistance. Test results show that the mentioned soil parameters were corresponded with each other. In short, geo-waste and biomass materials are possible to be reused instead of being discarded.