Ebrahim Sharifi Teshnizi
Gypsum and rice husk ash for sustainable stabilization of forest road subgrade
Sharifi Teshnizi, Ebrahim; Mirzababaei, Mehdi; Karimiazar, Jafar; Arjmandzadeh, Reza; Mahmoudpardabad, Kamran
Authors
Mehdi Mirzababaei
Jafar Karimiazar
Reza Arjmandzadeh
Kamran Mahmoudpardabad
Abstract
Forest roads are crucial for economic development and resource accessibility, especially in regions with extensive wood demand driven by construction growth. These roads require consistent maintenance to prevent structural issues, even though they experience lower traffic. Traditionally, gypsum has been used for soil stabilization due to its cation exchange capability with clay minerals and flocculation properties. However, its water solubility in wet conditions necessitates innovative solutions. This study explores a novel approach by combining gypsum with rice husk ash (RHA), an abundant agricultural waste, to address the challenges posed by expansive and low-bearing clay soils in forest road construction. In this study, an expansive soil with high plasticity and swelling potential is treated with varying combinations of RHA (5%-20%) and gypsum (2%-6%), followed by curing for 7, 15, and 30 days. Mechanical property tests revealed reduced plasticity and swelling pressure, alongside increased unconfined compressive strength. Microscopic analysis illustrated the formation of a calcium silicate hydrate (CSH) gel and Calcium Alumino Silicate Hydrate (CAH) gel, which possibly contributes to improved stability. This research underscores the potential of sustainable soil stabilization using gypsum and RHA synergy to fortify forest roads against expansive clay soil challenges, promoting eco-friendly and resilient infrastructure solutions.
Citation
Sharifi Teshnizi, E., Mirzababaei, M., Karimiazar, J., Arjmandzadeh, R., & Mahmoudpardabad, K. (in press). Gypsum and rice husk ash for sustainable stabilization of forest road subgrade. Quarterly Journal of Engineering Geology and Hydrogeology, https://doi.org/10.1144/qjegh2023-008
Journal Article Type | Article |
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Acceptance Date | Oct 16, 2023 |
Online Publication Date | Oct 19, 2023 |
Deposit Date | Nov 6, 2023 |
Journal | Quarterly Journal of Engineering Geology and Hydrogeology |
Print ISSN | 1470-9236 |
Publisher | Geological Society |
Peer Reviewed | Peer Reviewed |
DOI | https://doi.org/10.1144/qjegh2023-008 |
Keywords | Earth and Planetary Sciences (miscellaneous), Geology, Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology |
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