This paper presents a simple approach to quantify the effect of initial soil density on the soil-
water characteristic curve (SWCC) of unsaturated soils. This approach is based on an …

The paper presents an experimental and modelling approach for the soil-water retention
behaviour of two deformable soils. The objective is to investigate the physical mechanisms …

The presence of fluid in the pores of a solid imposes a volume constraint on the deformation
of the solid. Finite changes in the pore volume alter the degree of saturation of a porous …

This paper introduces X-ray tomography as an experimental method that allows grain-scale
measurements for both porosity and degree of saturation. A whole configuration and set-up …

The soil–water characteristic curve (SWCC) plays an important role in solving the stability
and deformation problems of unsaturated soils. In many practical situations, soils are usually …

Soil bulk density (ρ b) may be purposely reduced in agricultural fields using tillage to
improve hydraulic properties. However, tillage alters the soil structure, resulting in unstable …

This paper investigates the evolution of the soil-water characteristic curve (moisture content-
suction relationships, SWCC), soil shrinkage characteristic curve (moisture content-void ratio …

The paper deals with an experimental investigation aimed at studying microstructural
features and their consequences on water retention properties of statically compacted …

Water retention in soils as a function of suction is important in many disciplines, including
engineering when assessing soil strength in infrastructure, and land management …

Clay embankments used for road, rail, and flood defense infrastructure experience a suite of
weather-driven deterioration processes that lead to a progressive loss of hydromechanical …