Vacuum consolidation settlement method applies suction through the horizontal pipe directly connected to vertically placed C-PBD or PCD in order to accelerate consolidated settlement of soft ground. This method early suppression of the settling of the remains and compresses the air by giving the loading effect around the 10m diameter even without progressive surcharge and preloading.
Characteristics
1. Ground improvement is possible in a short period of time.
2. Advantageous in reducing installation time or lowering construction costs.
3. Danger of transformation in surrounding ground can be diminished.
4. There is no need for horizontal drain layer.
5. Environmentally friendly construction method allows environmental safety.
Comparison with the Existing Vacuum Consolidation Method