Er.Anup Kishor Neupane M.I.T. Classification system MIT system of classification of soils was developed by Prof. G. Gilboy at Massachusettes Institute of Technology in USA. In this system, the soil is divided into four groups as follows: (i)Gravel – particle size greater than 2 mm. (ii) Sand – particle size between 0.06 mm to 2.0 mm. (iii) Silt … Read more
Materials at Site Account It is a register duly maintained to keep track of the materials that had been consumed during the project and the leftovers after work is completed. In construction projects, various materials, tools and equipment are needed to be procured some by the contractors and some by the owners. The unused materials … Read more
1.1. Definition of soil 1.2. Soil Mechanics 1.3. Importance of soil mechanics 1.4. Origin of soil, formation of soils, Transportation of soils Definition of soil Soil is an unconsolidated and particulate material composed of solid particles formed by decomposition or disintegration of rocks. Soil compose of solid matter and voids, the voids between the particles … Read more