Clayton, C. Used world-wide in a variety of ground conditions, this simple test is relied upon to provide information about the properties of soils and weak rocks and as a basis for design. The report examines the variability of SPT results, whether caused by the methods of drilling and testing or influenced by ground conditions. The principal uses of the SPT are examined, i.

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Standard penetration test



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The test is carried out within a borehole. The results can be used to determine the relative density, bearing capacity, and settlement of granular soil. The results can also be used to correlate the approximate strength of cohesive soil. In cohesive soil the test involves driving a 50mm diameter split-barrel spoon sample tube into the ground to recover a disturbed sample. In granular soil the split-barrel is replaced by a solid 60 degree cone. The split-barrel or solid cone is driven using a sliding hammer with a mass of The penetration resistance during the first mm of penetration is ignored, because the soil is considered to have been disturbed by the action of boring the hole.


Correlation between SPT-N value, friction angle, and relative density
The standard penetration test SPT is an in-situ dynamic penetration test designed to provide information on the geotechnical engineering properties of soil. This test is the most frequently used subsurface exploration drilling test performed worldwide. The test provides samples for identification purposes and provides a measure of penetration resistance which can be used for geotechnical design purposes.



The Standard Penetration Test SPT is most popular and economical test to determine the surface information, both on land and offshore. This test is widely used to obtain the bearing capacity of soil. The number or blows required for 12 inches penetration resistance of the soil. The Standard penetration test SPT is widely used to get the bearing capacity of soil directly at a certain depth.