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Thermal Stabilization

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Thermal Stabilization involves altering the temperature of the soil, using techniques like freezing or heating, to improve bearing capacity and stiffness.

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Hydration Stabilization

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Hydration Stabilization is a process where water content in the soil is optimized to achieve maximum density and strength.

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Geosynthetic Stabilization

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Geosynthetic Stabilization includes the use of synthetic materials, such as geogrids and geomembranes, to reinforce soil and improve its load-bearing capacity.

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Electrokinetic Stabilization

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Electrokinetic Stabilization is the use of electrical currents to move water and ions in the soil, consolidating and strengthening it.

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Biological Stabilization

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Biological Stabilization makes use of vegetation and microbial processes to enhance soil stability and reduce erosion.

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Mechanical Stabilization

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Mechanical Stabilization involves physically altering the soil using methods like compaction, blending, and confinement to increase its strength and stability.

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Chemical Stabilization

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Chemical Stabilization uses additives such as lime, cement, or fly ash to improve soil strength and reduce permeability.

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Grouting Stabilization

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Grouting Stabilization involves the injection of grout to fill voids, consolidate the soil, and increase its load-bearing capacity.

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