Using Computer Simulation to Overcome Shortcomings in Laboratory Relative Density Tests for Soils

Authors

Amy L. Cook, Brigham Young University
Dr. Travis Gerber, Brigham Young University

Keywords

computer simulation, relative density tests, soil

College

Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering and Technology

Department

Civil and Environmental Engineering

Abstract

An important soil parameter in geotechnical engineering is relative density. Relative density is a measure of the compactness of a cohesionless soil when compared to the loosest and densest state of the soil.

Recommended Citation

Cook, Amy L. and Gerber, Dr. Travis (2013) "Using Computer Simulation to Overcome Shortcomings in Laboratory Relative Density Tests for Soils," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2013: Iss. 1, Article 1851.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2013/iss1/1851