Análisis comparativo de la estabilización de un suelo cohesivo mediante dos productos químicos cloruro de sodio y cloruro de magnesio

Abstract

The purpose of this study arises as an alternative to stabilize the soil since it improves the mechanical properties of the soil by incorporating Sodium Chloride and Magnesium Chloride, these chemicals are known as deliquescent, which means that they have the ability to absorb moisture from the air. . Soil stabilization allows the use of local soils instead of importing materials, reducing costs and minimizing the environmental footprint. The deliquescents were worked in a pulverized form for a better reaction with soil particles. In order to know its index properties, various tests were carried out, such as: moisture content, granulometry, Atterberg limits, specific gravity, and using the mechanical properties, the modified proctor test and California Bearing Ratio (CBR) were carried out comparing the soil in its natural state and with the addition of stabilizing agents. Sodium Chloride was added at 10 percent, 15 percent and 20 percent, as well as Magnesium Chloride at 3 percent, 6 percent, 9 percent and 12 percent. The data obtained revealed that there is a significant improvement in the CBR, with the addition of 7.9 percent of Magnesium Chloride it increased to 32.70 percent and with the addition of 15.6 percent of Sodium Chloride it increased to 17.2 percent. Therefore, the derivatives of this experimental project could serve as a starting point for the advancement of innovative methods and materials aimed at soil stabilization.