Effect of biogrouting in improving soil properties-a review
Soil stabilization implies modifying the properties of soil and making it into a strong and durable mass. Soil needs to be densified to improve its shear strength and bearing capacity. It can be achieved through various means like mechanical compaction, addition of chemicals or additives like lime, cement, bitumen and resin. Grouting technique incorporates injecting fluid or suspension called grout into the pores of soil. Chemical grouts and cement grouting are expensive and harmful ways which affect the ecosystem adversely. Hence alternative methods have to be proposed.