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Field Density Test (FDT) in Construction – Procedure – Requirement – FDD

June 2, 2022June 1, 2022 by Saad Iqbal

Different types of field density test are being practiced in different parts of the world for evaluation of in-situ soil compaction and knowing the relative degree of compaction. FDT is an acronym of Field Density Test that is an in-situ Quality Control test carried out at site for knowing the increased density or compaction achieved … Read more

Field Density Test by Core Cutter Method

January 21, 2022February 21, 2019 by Saad Iqbal

Core cutter method is a type of field density test performed to evaluate the in-situ density of cohesive or clayey soils. It is a very easy and simple test that includes driving of a steel core-cutter with sharp blades into the fill. So, this method is not suitable for coarser soils as the core may … Read more