A) Being an engineer, what is the role of soil mechanics in highways and bridges? Justify your answer

Q: Explain how the results of a permeability test may be utilized in geotechnical engineerin

A: Soil Permeability can be calculated by any of the following method Constant Head Test  In this…

Q: A contactor has compacted the base course for a new road and found that the mean value of the test…

A: Has the contractor complied to with the specifications?(calculate void ratio e )

Q: What do you mean by Soil Percolation Rate?

A: Soil percolation rate:

Q: A barge filled with sand approaches a bridge over the river and cannot quite pass under it. Should…

A: The Archimedes Principle states that "The upward buoyant force that is exerted on a body immersed in…

Q: what are the significance of specific gravity and Blaine fineness tests

A: Specific gravity  The correct definition of specific gravity (sg) is the ratio of a substance's…

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A: Given: Velocity of P-waves Unit weight Poisson’s ratio

Q: Explain Hydraulic Fracturing Field Test. For what purpose is this test performed?

A: Hydraulic fracturing is used to assess the magnitude and orientation of in-situ stress in the…

Q: Hydraulic fracturing may be used in groundwater hydrology when?

A: Brief concept- Hydraulic fracturing- Fracking, or hydraulic fracturing, is a well stimulation…

Q: On what types of grounds are dents in railway culverts observed? Explain

A: Dents observed in the ground which have high porosity which may be result of low local compaction of…

Q: The Space Shuttle runway at Cape Canaveral, Florida is 27,372 ft. long 325 ft. wide and 22 in. deep.…

A: Given data : Length of runway, L=27372 ft. Width of runway, b=325 ft. Depth of runway, d=22 in =…

Q: what are the effect of compaction on civil engineering project?

A: COMPACTION- Soil compaction is the process in which stress applied to a soil causes densification as…

Q: What are the various methods and strategies to mitigate the effects of soil liquefaction and its…

A: Soil Liquefaction : 1. Liquefaction is the phenomenon when there is a loss of strength in saturated…

Q: What is the difference of settlement and subside to deflection?

A: The settlement of structures is defined as the vertical displacement of the structure , it include…

Q: If consolidation test result is included in SI report, how do you utilise the test result for your…

A: Brief concept introduction- Consolidation- Consolidation is the process by which the volume of a…

Q: Bitumen topic presentation in detail

A: Bitumen : Bitumen is also termed as asphalt.   It is a substance produced through the…

Q: A simple platform having a stair will be constructed, as an estimator, your boss gave you an…

A: Concrete work is mostly of Class_AA, Class_A, Class_B, and Class_C according to the amount of cement…

Q: A contactor has compacted the base course for a new road and found that the mean value of the test…

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Q: Kinetic energy correction factor: Define it and explain how to get it. What are its typical values?

A: It is asked to define Kinetic energy correction factor and explain how to get it, What are its…

Q: What are the primary reasons for having limitations on the sizes of particles used to construct…

A: The aggregate-type drainage filter has made up of granular material either natural or processed from…

Q: A contractor has compacted the base course for a new road and found that the mean value of the test…

A: We will use formula for density.

Q: How to determine the design service load for use in SLS analyses?

A: The limit state design method is the best effective method in the design of RCC and the steel…

Q: 2.What is Kind of soil compaction road construction?

A: As per bartleby guidelines, I am allowed to solved the 1st question in multiple question. Kindly…

Q: Describe briefly how does obtaining samples of soil groundwater and soil gas relate to diagnosing…

A: Any result of soil erosion contamination of soil or soil depletion is generated by the introduction…

Q: Define which lime is used for soil stabilization?

A: QUESTION IS BASED ON SOIL STABLIZATION

Q: explain how soil stabilization affects highway construction.

A: The process of highway construction starts either with filling earthwork or excavation of soil.…

Q: A property developer wants to build a subdivision consisting of 500 residences, a shopping mall,…

A: Any construction project requires safety throughout its service life, and before starting any…

Q: How to prevent Hazardous Situations like erosion, of Dams & Tunnels using Engineering Consideration…

A: Erosion in tunnels :- tunnel water erosion is caused by movement of excess water from the sub soil…

Q: Discuss the following terms briefly: I. Water bound and aggregate base, 2. Cross slope and side…

A: Answer Water Bound and aggregate base 1-water bound is known as the water-bound macadam. The…

Q: Define Vehicle dynamic loads

A: The vehicle dynamic load caused the pavement deformation caused by dynamic load is larger than the…

Q: Determine the percentages of gravel, sand, silt, and clay according to the AASHTO System. 1. Gravel…

A: To Determine the percentages of gravel, sand, silt, and clay according to the AASHTO System.

Q: 1.What is soil compaction road construction? 2.What is Kind of soil compaction road construction?…

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Q: Explain about obtaining samples of soil groundwater and soil gas relate to diagnosing and monitoring…

A: Soil contamination or soil pollution is generally caused by the presence of chemicals (which are not…

Q: What are the two main parameters for foundations of structures in terms of Geotechnical Engineering?

A: The foundation of the structures is designed based on the bearing capacity of the soil and the…

Q: Describe the purpose of soil stabilization and discuss at east three methods of chieving soil…

A: As per guidelines one need to answer only first question.

Q: What is the importance of the discount rate in soil management decisions?

A: Importance of the discount rate in soil management:

Q: Estimate the time required (in hours) for a dragline to excavate material to be placed and compacted…

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Q: Question 4: 1) Explain how soil can be improved by adding hydrated lime? 2) What are the advantages…

A: 1. Soil improvement by hydrated lime:Sites with soil deposits with poor strength and high…

Q: Q#4: Discuss the following terms briefly: Emulsion breaking and Cutback curing, Water bound and…

A: Emulsion breaking and Cutback curing 1.Emulsion breaking is the phenomenon of the break down of…

Q: A contractor has compacted the base course for a new road and found that the mean value of the test…

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Q: Please answer: How can you apply your knowledge in Erosion in Civil Engineering? (minimum 100 words)

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Q: Write a simple analogy for the “Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition Processes” and explain further…

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Q: 4. !A contactor has compacted the base course for a new road and found that the mean value of the…

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Q: How does though some soil and groundwater contamination occurs?

A: Groundwater pollution signifies any degradation of natural ground water quality while groundwater…

Q: 4. The first time an engineer collected soil samples and tested the soil it took 39.5 days to…

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Q: . Briefly describe the following: - 1. Under what conditions would you prefer borrowing new material…

A: for highways embankment maximum dry density depends upon following factors 1.void ratio  2.…

Q: it practical for irrigation farmer to modify soil structure? Why?

A: Step: 1 Soil structure: - It is defined as the arrangement of soil particles by its chemical,…

Q: How do you prefer a ‘tracked drive’ system than a ‘tired drive’ system for an excavator?

A: There are six things to consider when choosing between a tracked and wheeled or tired excavators :…