To all who have posted in response to my original thread thank you. This is the kind of dialogue that I'd hope to generate and what in my opinion needs to happen now and then.
Thanks again for the good discussion.
Problem: Conflicting opinions
Question: ASTM D2166 specifies unconfined compression testing conducted on "undisturbed", remolded or compacted samples. It states nothing about testing on disturbed samples that might be collected through standard split-spoon sampling. I've heard...
Ron, ishavaag and benishak,
Thanx for the courtesy of a reply to my post. This helps to validate my approach and build a bit more confidence. I look forward to rejuvenating my geotech skills through the input of those more experienced than I. [smile]
Pete,
Being a newbie and novice forum participant, I feel compelled to respond to your ranting of 02/27/02, particularily since I've just made my first post in another forum and it certainly could be perceived to smack of several things that set you off. Ugh...great way to start, but thanx for...
Problem: Rusty geotech skills :-(
Question: Looking for current state of the practice on analysis and evaluation of foundations for a water tower (ring foundation and/or raft)
Desired result of posting: Better understanding of most common and/or most effective approaches to this type of...
