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ASTM D5514-06(2011)

Standard Test Method for Large Scale Hydrostatic Puncture Testing of Geosynthetics

Standard Test Method for Large Scale Hydrostatic Puncture Testing of Geosynthetics D5514-06R11 ASTM|D5514-06R11|en-US Standard Test Method for Large Scale Hydrostatic Puncture Testing of Geosynthetics Standard new BOS Vol. 04.13 Committee D35
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Significance and Use

Procedure AThis procedure is an index type test which can be used as a guide for acceptance of commercial shipments of geosynthetics. The standard cone and pyramid test fixtures can establish critical height (ch) consistency with similar material from previous lots or different suppliers, as well as testing from other laboratories. However, due to the time required to perform tests, it is generally not recommended for routine acceptance testing.

Procedures B and CThese procedures are performance tests intended as a design aid used to simulate the in-situ behavior of geosynthetics under hydrostatic compression. These test methods may assist a design engineer in comparing the ability of several candidate geosynthetic materials to conform to a site specific subgrade under specified use and conditions. In procedure B, the pressure is increased until a failure is observed. In procedure C, a given set of conditions (pressure, temperature and test duration) are maintained constant and the performance of the system is observed at the end of the test.

Scope

1.1 This test method evaluates the stress/time properties of geosynthetics by using hydrostatic pressure to compress the geosynthetic over synthetic or natural test bases consisting of manufactured test pyramids/cones, rocks, soil or voids.

1.2 This test method allows the user to determine the relative failure mode, points of failure for geosynthetics, or both.

1.3 This test method offers two distinct procedures.

1.3.1 Procedure A incorporates manufactured test pyramids or cones as the base of the testing apparatus. Procedure A is intended to create comparable data between laboratories, and can be used as a guide for routine acceptance test for various materials.

1.3.2 Procedures B and C incorporate site specific soil or other material selected by the user as the test base of the testing apparatus. Procedures B and C are methods for geosynthetic design for a specific site.

1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are provided for information only.

1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

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Book of Standards Volume: 04.13
Developed by Subcommittee: D35.10
Pages: 5
DOI: 10.1520/D5514-06R11
ICS Code: 59.080.70