Investigations on the Swelling-Shrinkage Behavior of Expansive Soil with Stone Chips Incorporation

Key Points

• Swelling-shrinkage behavior improves with stone chips in expansive soil, leading to better stability.
• The analysis shows a significant reduction in volumetric changes of up to 30% when stone chips are added.
• Observational analysis highlights the efficient incorporation of stone chips as a soil stabilization technique.
• The findings may enable improved construction practices where expansive soil is prevalent, supporting more stable foundations.