Improve the physical properties of black cotton soil by using Prosopis julifloa ash

Abstract

A lot of innovative methods are being explored and a few of them are successfully executed in construction activities. A strong road network is also a fundamental prerequisite for the complete growth of productive regions. The strength and quality of the pavements are greatly affected by sub-grades and embankments. Though they're nice for these purposes, they do not seem to be suitable for laying roads. Suitable building techniques and dynamic design approaches are to be implemented on such soils. The soil was first stabilized with Prosopis Julifoira Ash at a ratio of 2, 4, 6, and 8 percent during this work. Sieve analysis, Specific gravity test, Atterberg limits, Compaction test, CBR test, and Permeability test, Unconfined Compression test were carried out. The optimum proportion of JF Ash was found out to be 8% from the CBR results. The optimum proportion of Prosopis Julifora ash with soil was found out to be 5%. The optimum proportion of Prosopis Julifora Ash mix was used to design the pavement as per IRC37 -2001 Thus we aim to improve the stability or bearing capacity of the soil by the addition of suitable stabilizing agents. Soil stabilization refers to the physical, physicochemical treatment which improves the engineering properties of soil. IRC 37-2001 was used to designing the flexible pavement.