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MATTRESS EFFECT [1 record]

Record 1 2013-04-26

English

Subject field(s)
  • Road Construction Materials
DEF

A phenomenon that may occur during the compaction of fine soil with clay or silt, or granular material that contains too much moisture.

OBS

After several passes with the compactor, the soil or granular material behaves like an elastic material, creating a wave that advances in front of the compactor. Proper compaction cannot be obtained without reducing the moisture content.

OBS

mattress effect; bow wave; cushioning: terms and definition proposed by the World Road Association.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Matériaux de constr. (Voies de circulation)
DEF

Phénomène pouvant se produire lors du compactage d'un sol fin argileux ou limoneux, ou d'une grave à teneur en eau trop élevée.

OBS

Après quelques passes de compacteur, le sol ou la grave se comporte comme un matériau élastique, créant une vague qui avance devant le compacteur. Un compactage correct ne peut plus être obtenu sans que la teneur en eau soit diminuée.

OBS

effet de matelas; coussin de caoutchouc; panse de vache : termes et définition proposés par l'Association mondiale de la route.

Spanish

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