BS EN 13286-49:2004 PDF Download
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Unbound and Hydraulically Bound Mixtures: Accelerated Swelling Test for Soil Treated by Lime and/or Hydraulic Binder
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The standard, BS EN 13286-49:2004, focuses on the accelerated swelling test for soil treated by lime and/or hydraulic binder. It outlines a specific method for conducting the test, which is designed for mixtures that have enough fines or cohesion to allow for the extrusion of the specimen from the mold without causing damage.
The purpose of this test is to evaluate the swelling potential of the treated soil, specifically measuring the increase in volume caused by the expansive properties present in the soil after treatment with lime or hydraulic binder. By conducting the test, one can assess the effectiveness of the treatment in mitigating the swelling potential of the soil.
This standard provides guidance on the preparation of the soil specimens, including the compaction process and the extrusion method. It also specifies the equipment required for the test, such as a swelling mold and a swelling device. Additionally, it outlines the conditions under which the test should be conducted, including the temperature and cycles of wetting and drying.
| Descriptors | Roads, Soil testing, Construction materials, Test specimens, Lime, Soils, Mixtures, Hydraulic lime, Swelling, Accelerated testing, Construction engineering works, Stabilized soils, Binding agents, Mechanical testing |
| ICS Codes | 93.080.20 - Road construction materials |
| Language(s) | English |
| ISBN | 0 580 43564 4 |
| File Size | 368.6 KB |
