Application of jute fiber in soil stabilization

Abstract

Abstract: This research focuses on the use of jute fibers as a soil stabilizer to stabilize the soil. Stabilization is the process of changing the properties of a soil to improve its engineering performance, and it is used in a range of engineering projects. This study investigates the potential of jute fiber as a soil stabilizer when cutting in lengths of approximately 30 mm. Various percentages of jute fiber pieces have been used and combined with soil, including 0.5%, 1%, 1.5% and 2%. To observe the change in the technical properties of the soil, laboratory tests such as the California Bearing Ratio (CBR) test, modified compaction tests and direct shear strength tests were performed. Based on the results of the experiments, it can be concluded that stabilizing the soil with 30mm pieces of jute as a stabilizer improves the strength properties of the soil, allowing it to be used as a reinforcement material for road construction, parking lots, land development projects, airports and many other applications where basements are not suitable for building.