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Can the diffuse double layer theory describe changes in hydraulic conductivity of compacted clays?

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Observations related to modifications of the hydraulic conductivity of compacted soils as a consequence of intentional compositional variation of the percolating fluid are often attributed vaguely to calculated changes in double layer thickness. The same calculated decrease or increase in double layer thickness is interpreted differently, depending on which (unconsciously held) boundary conditions authors take into account. The interpretations of different authors seem to be paradoxical only if the boundary conditions have not been mentioned. On the basis of a literature survey and own previously published test results the different boundary conditions have been grouped and divided into classes. With this division the interpretation of changes in double layer thickness will lead to unique interpretations and predictions of changes in hydraulic conductivity.

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Schmitz, R.M. Can the diffuse double layer theory describe changes in hydraulic conductivity of compacted clays?. Geotech Geol Eng 24, 1835–1844 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10706-005-3365-2

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