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  1. DaveS1972

    Consolidation Cv determination

    Thank you both for your answers. It's been a couple months since I have looked at the literature, but if I recall correctly, the ASTM used primarily the t50 and the t90 as an alternative. Your answer adds confindence for the next time we do this testing. Take care and Merry Christmas, Dave
  2. DaveS1972

    Consolidation Cv determination

    Thanks for the referal, however, we have plenty of soil investigation books in the office. If however you believe this reference is superior for practical purposes then let me know so we can consider purchasing it. I am curious as to why you refered it for this specific question. I haven't the...
  3. DaveS1972

    Consolidation Cv determination

    Hi, For consolidation testing, are the T50 and T90 constants both usable when calculating Cv or is one result more accepted than the other. I usually see the results expressed using T90 (i.e., Cv(90)) Thanks in advance. D

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