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Enhancing the Geotechnical Properties of Lateritic Soil Using Binary Composite of Periwinkle Shell Ash and Steel Slag for Highway Construction

Adebanwi, A. AdesinaCivil Engineering Department, Federal Polytechnic Ile-Oluji, Ondo State, NigeriaOsuolale, O. MichaelCivil Engineering Department, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Nigeria

Vol 9 No 10 (2025): Volume 9, Issue 10, October 2025 | Pages: 115-121

International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology

OPEN ACCESS | Research Article | Published Date: 30-10-2025

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Abstract

This study investigates the potential of Periwinkle Shell Ash (PSA) and Steel Slag (SS) as eco-friendly stabilizers for lateritic soils used in highway construction. Laboratory tests, including Atterberg limits, Proctor compaction, California Bearing Ratio (CBR), and Unconfined Compressive Strength (UCS), were performed on natural soil and soil-stabilizer blends. Results indicate that PSA and SS significantly enhance soil strength, with optimal performance observed at 15–20% replacement levels. This binary composite reduces plasticity, increases load-bearing capacity, and offers a sustainable alternative to conventional stabilizers in Nigeria’s road construction sector.

Keywords

Geotechnical, Lateritic Soil, Periwinkle Shell Ash, PSA, Steel Slag, SS, Highway Construction


Citation of this Article

Adebanwi, A. Adesina, & Osuolale, O. Michael. (2025). Enhancing the Geotechnical Properties of Lateritic Soil Using Binary Composite of Periwinkle Shell Ash and Steel Slag for Highway Construction. International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology - IRJIET, 9(10), 115-121. Article DOI https://doi.org/10.47001/IRJIET/2025.910015

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