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Soll Direct Sheer Test: Understanding the process

April 07, 2026

The Soil Direct Shear Test is used to determine the shear strength parameters of soil, including cohesion and angle of internal friction. In this test, a soil sample is placed in a shear box and subjected to a controlled normal load.

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