SAI AS 1289.6.2.1
SA AS 1289621 2001-JUL-12 Methods of testng sols for engneerng purposes Method 621 Sol strength and consoldaton tests—Determnaton of the shear strength of a sol—Feld test usng a vane
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This Standard sets out a method for determining the shear strength of a soil in the field by measuring the torque required to cause a vane of cruciform section to shear the soil. The method is suitable for use for very soft to firm non-fissured clays.