Unconfined Compressive Strength

Unconfined Compressive Strength (UCS) testing is commonly used in Bangladesh to evaluate the strength of cohesive soils, particularly clays. The test measures the maximum axial load a soil sample can withstand without any lateral confinement. In Bangladesh, UCS results are vital for designing shallow foundations, embankments, and slope stability, especially in soft soil regions like riverbanks and floodplains.