Type values into the sheet below, or leave it empty to print a blank format for filling by hand. Typed values are saved for this project. The header comes from the project's details on the Projects page.
Back Calculation: type Vd and the Free Swell Index wanted for each test — Vk = Vd ÷ (1 + FSI/100) is worked out (to 0.1 ml) and filled into the sheet, which then calculates as usual.
| FREE SWELL INDEX [As per IS 2720 (Part - 40)] |
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| Weight of the soil sample gms | |||||
| The Volume of soil sample read from the graduated Cylinder containing distilled water (Vd) | |||||
| The Volume of soil sample read from the graduated Cylinder containing kerosene (Vk) | |||||
| Free Swell Index (%) = (Vd − Vk)Vk × 100% | |||||
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Note:- 1. Test sample shall be passing 425 micron sieve. 2. Take 10gm of each sample. 3. As per MoRT&H clause 305.2.1.2 Free Swelling Index exceeding 50% shall not be used as fill |
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Contractor's Representative
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Concessionaire's/PMC Representative
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IE's Representative
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