• <b>Roles:</b>
• <b>1.</b> As a Project Leader and Team Member in the study of soil stabilization techniques.
• <b>2</b>. Conducted literature review on previous research related to GGBFS and soil improvement.
• <b>3</b>. Took responsibility for planning and executing laboratory tests on marine clay samples.
• <b>4</b>. Assisted in data analysis and interpretation to evaluate soil behavior before and after stabilization.
• <b>5</b>. Documented findings and contributed to the final project report and presentation.
• <b>Responsibilities:</b>
• <b>Sample Collection & Preparation</b> – Collected marine clay soil samples from Gangavaram Port and prepared them for testing.
• <b>Laboratory Testing</b> – Performed tests such as Atterberg limits, compaction test, CBR test, UCS test, etc., with and without GGBFS addition.
• <b>Mix Design & Stabilization Study</b> – Prepared soil–GGBFS mixes in varying proportions and studied their effect on soil properties.
• <b>Data Recording & Analysis</b> – Maintained accurate records of observations, test results, and calculations.
• <b>Team Collaboration</b> – Coordinated with teammates to divide tasks, cross-check results, and maintain timelines.
• <b>Problem-Solving</b> – Addressed challenges such as material availability, test accuracy, and result variations.
• <b>Report Preparation</b> – Compiled test results, graphs, and conclusions into the final dissertation.
• <b>Presentation</b> – Presented project outcomes before faculty panel, highlighting the sustainability benefits of recycled materials in construction.