- Susmita Ghosh1, Sandeepan Saha2#
- 1&2Greater Kolkata College of Engineering and Management, JIS Group, India
Expansive
soils are problematic for construction due to their shrink-swell behavior,
which causes significant structural damage to foundations, pavements, and other
civil structures. In India, regions covered by black cotton soil pose
challenges for builders, as these soils undergo considerable volume changes
with seasonal moisture variations. This review discusses the distribution,
properties, and challenges associated with expansive soils in India. The paper
also explores conventional and innovative stabilization techniques used to
mitigate the risks posed by expansive soils, with a focus on sustainable
solutions. Future research directions are also suggested to address the
persistent challenges of building on expansive soils.
Keywords: Nanomaterials, concrete structures, nano-silica, nano-TiO₂
