Correlation of Standard Penetration Test Results with Vibracore Sampler Penetration Rates

Abstract

A correlation between the penetration rates of a vibratory underwater sampling device and blow counts from the conventional standard penetration test and the continuous-drive cone penetration test is described. Although limited test data are available, the correlation shows promise for low blow count underwater soil deposits. A practical example of the correlation is given for a recent construction project in one of the Great Lakes. The need for more data and future research to obtain a more universal correlation are discussed.

Review of continental shelf marine geotechnics: Distribution of soils, measurement of properties, and environmental hazards

“…A deep-penetrating, self-contained static cone penetrometer, utilizing a telescoping drive rod and a hydrostatic anchoring Downloaded by [New York University] at 18:37 06 February 2015 device has been experimentally tested in the North Sea (Submersible Sounding Tool, 1972). A correlation of vibratory sampler-penetration rate and penetrometer test results has been made by Babcock and Miller (1972).…”