SOIL STABILISATION USING GGBS AND BAMBOO FIBRE

Supervisor:

Asst.Prof. NIGIL M

Team Members

Adwaith.R

M Amal.p

Anusree

U Aswathi.M.

Description

Soil stabilization is a critical aspect of civil engineering and construction projects, especially in regions with poor soil quality. This project explores an innovative and sustainable approach to stabilize soil by incorporating Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBS) and bamboo fibre into the soil matrix. GGBS, a byproduct of the steel Industry, is known for its ability to improve soil properties, such as strength and durability. Bamboo fibre, a renewable and ecofriendly material, complements GGBS to enhance soil stability further. The percentage addition of stabilizer (GGBS and bamboo fibre) in soil stabilization can vary depending on the soil type, project requirements, and local conditions .The percentage of GGBS adding ranges from 5%,10% and 15% of the dry weight of the soil. Bamboo fibre is adding at a rate of about 0.5%,1% and 1.5% by weight of the soil. The project includes laboratory experiments and field tests such as Light compaction, Direct shear, UCS to assess the effectiveness of this technique in various soil types and construction applications. The GGBS and bamboo fibre not only enhances soil strength but also reduces the environmental impact associated with traditional soil stabilization methods. Stabilization by using GGBS can improve compaction property, unconfined compressive strength (UCS)value, cohesion value, and angle of internal friction. For providing reinforcement and greater shear strength bamboo fibre is added. This research contributes to sustainable and eco-friendly construction practices by offering a viable alternative for soil stabilization. The findings can be valuable for engineers, contractors, and policy makers looking to improve the performance and longevity of infrastructure projects while reducing their carbon footprint