Oedometry
Oedometry is a branch of mechanics that studies the deformation of porous materials under applied loads, specifically focusing on volume changes. The term is derived from the Greek words "oedema," meaning swelling or puffiness, and "metron," meaning measure. This field is particularly relevant in soil mechanics, but also finds applications in other areas involving deformable porous media such as concrete, biological tissues, and geological formations.
The fundamental principle of oedometry involves confining a sample of the material in a cylindrical ring, preventing
Key parameters derived from oedometric tests include the constrained modulus, which quantifies the material's stiffness under