Published: Građevinar 61 (2009) 5
Paper type: Original scientific paper
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Determining properties of soft clay formations by CPTU testing
Abstract
Principal properties of soft clay formations, and the way in which they were formed, are described. A particular emphasis is placed on the environment in which deposition has been taking place, and on processes that are taking place during the deposition. Using soft clay formations from Pelješac Bay as an example, the analysis of CPTU test results, and appropriate correlations, were used to determine mechanical and physical properties of soil. The values obtained were compared with those measured during laboratory testing and in situ investigations.
KeywordsCPTU test - cone penetration test with pore pressure measurement, correlation, comparison of values, soft clay, formations, properties