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Understanding Soil Mechanics: Simplified Filter Design Using Experimental Criteria
Soil mechanics is a crucial field in civil engineering, especially in the context of structures such as dams. One important aspect involved in designing a dam is ensuring its core, which may consist of earth materials like soil, sand, or gravel, is properly protected from erosion and sediment transport. This article will explore filter design in dam engineering, focusing on the criteria for material selection using simplified methods.