摘要: |
The main goal of this project is the development of a comprehensive cone penetrometer test (CPT)-based geotechnical design manual for site exploration, interpretation of soil behavior, and design of shallow/deep foundations, embankments and retaining walls in Indiana. Currently, geotechnical designs are carried out using soil strength and stiffness parameters that are obtained from time-consuming and relatively expensive laboratory tests. Since the CPT is an in situ test, the manual will provide the basis for Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) engineers to use CPT results directly for the assessment of site conditions and the design of geotechnical projects in the future. |