Performance of Black Cotton Soil Reinforced with Geo-Grid
Rahul Rathod*, Yashraj Bayasthakur **, Harshawardhan Kokate **,
Bhagyashri Sonawane**, Abhishek Jha *
Undergraduate Student, Department Of Civil Engineering, JSPM Narhe Technical Campus, Pune.
Guide: Prof. P N. PATIL
(Civil-Dept Jspm Narhe Technical Campus, Pune-411041)
Abstract- Soil Stabilization can be done in many ways. Soil Stabilization is mainly done to improve the strength of soil and bear capacity of subgrade soil. Geo grid is used as a stabilizer in the stabilization of soil in flexible pavements. Geo grids are mainly used for the reinforcement of soils for different kinds of construction works.
Introduction:
Black cotton soil is a type of expansive soil that is found in many regions around the world. It is characterized by its high plasticity, swelling and shrinkage properties, and low strength, which makes it a challenging soil to build structures on. The performance of structures built on black cotton soil can be compromised due to the soil's instability, which can lead to differential settlement and damage to the structures.
To address these challenges, geo-synthetics such as geo-grids are often used to reinforce black cotton soil. Geo-grids are high-strength polymer materials that are designed to provide reinforcement and stability to the soil structure. They can distribute loads more evenly, reduce the risk of differential settlement, and improve the overall strength and stability of the soil.
The use of geo-grids as reinforcement in black cotton soil has been studied extensively, and it has been found an effective way to improve the performance of the soil. However, there are also limitations and challenges to consider, such as the quality of the geo-grid material, installation, cost, durability, and the specific properties of the soil being reinforced.
Overall, the use of geo-grids as reinforcement in black cotton soil has the potential to greatly improve the performance of structures built on this type of soil. Careful consideration of the limitations and challenges is necessary to ensure effective and long-lasting performance.
