Index Catalog // ScholarsArchive@OSU

Start Over

Filtering by: Advisor Evans, Evan L. Contributor Evans, T. Matthew

A Numerical Investigation of the Bearing Capacity of Shallow Foundations on Salt-Encrusted Flat Sabkha

Creator:

Refaei, Raied

Abstract:

Salt-encrusted flats, or Sabkha, are common in arid and semi-arid regions worldwide, including coastal and inland areas. Due to their low shear strength and high compressibility, these soils are often unsuitable for supporting infrastructure or structures. The unique salt content of sabkha formations sets them apart from other soil types....

Resource Type:

Masters Thesis

Full Text:

advisor, Dr. Matt Evan, for his guidance and support throughout my thesis research and while taking the