How to measure volume change on old triaxial setup
How to measure volume change on old triaxial setup
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Hi, I'm about to start running some drained triaxial tests on dense sand. For my research, it's very important that I measure the dilation in the sand specimen. However, the triaxial test machine I'll be using cannot measure volume change. Instead of a pressure/volume controller, my setup only has a pressure controller. Does anyone have a good idea how I can measure volume change? I'm thinking that attaching some kind of flow meter inline with water line that runs from the triaxial cell to the pressure controller is the way to go. Does this seem reasonable? If so, any suggestions on a reasonably priced low-flow meter?
Thanks,
Daniel
Thanks,
Daniel





RE: How to measure volume change on old triaxial setup
RE: How to measure volume change on old triaxial setup
RE: How to measure volume change on old triaxial setup
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RE: How to measure volume change on old triaxial setup
I think you have to use a burette to monitor the volume change and this will ensure to be tested in drain condition for sand specimen.