Development of Soil Classification by Material Index (ID)

Keywords: material index (ID), particle size distribution, plasticity index (IP), soil type, soil classification

Abstract: This paper reviews a practice of using the flat dilatometer (DMT) in the territory of the Russian Federation. Some issues related to use of the method and application of the results in compliance with the Russian standards are described. A particular emphasis is given to the determination of the soil type according to the DMT data. A comparison with laboratory test results is carried out and the newly adapted universal soil classification by soil index (ID) can be proposed.