TiltingPlateTests
Tilting Plate Tests are a method used to determine the bearing capacity of soil. This involves placing a plate on the soil surface and then tilting it to a specific angle. The angle at which the plate fails, meaning the soil can no longer support the load, is measured. This angle, along with the properties of the plate and the soil, can be used to calculate the ultimate bearing capacity.
The procedure typically involves excavating a small area to expose the soil to be tested. A steel
The data collected from a Tilting Plate Test can be analyzed using established geotechnical engineering principles.