In soil compaction, if the MDD (Maximum Dry Density) has to be increased and that too at all lower OMC (Optimum Moisture Content), then the method required is
Increase the weight of rammer
Increase the weight of rammer: Increasing the weight of the rammer directly increases the energy per blow (E = W × h, where W is weight and h is height). Therefore, increasing the weight of the rammer is a valid method to increase the compactive effort and achieve higher MDD at lower OMC.
Important Questions from Compaction
Which of the following type of roller is most suitable for proof rolling subgrades and for finishing operation of fills with clayey soils?
Which of the following is true for compaction test on soil using light compaction under Indian standard compaction test?
Sheep foot roller is mostly used for the compaction of which type of soil ?
Weight of rammer recommended for standard proctor test and modified proctor test as per IS-2720 (part-7) and IS – 2720 (part – 8) is:
Which of the following is NOT a factor that affects compaction?
