Exploring the Influence of Plastic Powder Incorporation on Geotechnical Properties of Expansive Soil Stabilized with Granite Powder for Building Applications

Abstract:

An experimental study was undertaken to investigate the effect of plastic and granite waste powder on the geotechnical performance of expansive soil, using different mix ratios. The soil studied is Hachem, in the northwestof Algeria. In this context, first reinforcing the plastic powder with granite powder, then add the mixture to the expansive soil. The percentage of plastic powder is (0%, 1%, 2%, 3%, 4%) and reinforced at 2%, 4%, 6% and 8% with granite powder. The experimental results showed a gradual decrease in liquid limits, swell potentials, and swelling pressure as the proportions of plastic and granite powder increase. In terms of the results obtained by reducing swelling and swelling pressure values and increasing unconfined compressive strength (UCS) tests and ductility values, this mixture of waste plastics and granite can be of great importance in improving the mechanical properties of samples.

• Periodical: International Journal of Engineering Research in Africa (Volume 68)
• Pages: 85-97
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/p-k5beQX
• Online since: April 2024
• Authors: Hamid Sellaf*, Balegh Benamar, Adda Hadj Mostefa
• Keywords: Expansive Soil, Geotechnical Characteristics, Granite, Plastic Powder, Stabilization

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