Energy in compaction tests
Energy in compaction tests
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Dear all,
Does anybody know how to calculate energy per unit volume of soil induced in standard proctor compaction test. I know the amount of the energy but could not find out how to get that number. I need this information as I am compacting my soils using different number of blows, number of layers and different hammers. I would be glad if anybody can help me. Thanks a lot.
Regards
Agus
Does anybody know how to calculate energy per unit volume of soil induced in standard proctor compaction test. I know the amount of the energy but could not find out how to get that number. I need this information as I am compacting my soils using different number of blows, number of layers and different hammers. I would be glad if anybody can help me. Thanks a lot.
Regards
Agus





RE: Energy in compaction tests
i think the following might help u....
compaction energy (kJ) = {(mass of soils used, kg)x(number
of blows)x(24.5N, which is your
compaction rammer)x(height of
drop, m)}
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{(volume of mould, cubic meter)
x1000)}
and your answer would be in kilojoule per cubic meter.
RE: Energy in compaction tests