An Introduction to Triaxial Compression Tests of Soil

By J. Paul Guyer

This publication provides introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, geotechnical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in triaxial compression tests of soil. Here is what is discussed: 1. PRINCIPLES OF THE TRIAXIAL COMPRESSION TEST, 2. TYPES OF TESTS, 3. APPARATUS, 4. PREPARATION OF SPECIMENS, 5. Q TEST, 6. Q TEST WITH BACK-PRESSURE SATURATION, 7. R TEST, 8. S TEST, 9. POSSIBLE ERRORS.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1718002491
• ISBN13: 9781718002494
• Release Date: July 2018
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 58 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"