Experimental analysis of clay soil with nanosilicon dioxide

Abstract

The behaviour of weak clay soil is demonstrated in this article. Nanosilicon dioxide (NSiO2) is added to clay soil in a dry condition to enhance its technical qualities. Different concentrations of NSiO2, such as 0.2, 0.4, 0.6, 0.8, 1.0, and 1.2 percentages, are added. Laboratory tests such as the California bearing ratio test, the proctor compaction test, the compressive strength test, and the Atterbergs limit test are used to determine the cause of the behaviour change. According to these experiments, 1% NSiO2 is the ideal dose needed to improve the soil, and at 0.8% NSiO2 in soil, the ideal moisture level is 20%. For improved performance, the ideal dosage is taken into consideration because exceeding it results in a decline in engineering properties.