Journal Published Online: 01 January 1973
Volume 1, Issue 1

The Membrane Effect in Triaxial Testing of Granular Soils

CODEN: JTEVAB

Abstract

The volume change measurements of granular soils in triaxial testing are generally affected by penetration of the membrane enclosing the soil into the voids between the particles. The major factor influencing this penetration has been shown to be the particle size of the soil being tested. On the basis of the results of previous investigations and the present study, a relationship has been found between the membrane penetration and particle size. This relationship may be used to estimate the membrane effect for any granular soil.

Author Information

Frydman, S
Faculty of Civil Engineering, Technion, Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel
Zeitlen, JG
Faculty of Civil Engineering, Technion, Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel
Alpan, I
Faculty of Civil Engineering, Technion, Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel
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Stock #: JTE11599J
ISSN: 0090-3973
DOI: 10.1520/JTE11599J