Modified gradient ratio (GR) test system with micro pore pressure transducer measurement

A series of gradient ratio (GR) tests with conventional GR test device, modified implanted GR test device with and without micro pore pressure transducers were done. 4 different types of needle-punched nonwoven geotextiles and 5 mixtures of Ottawa sand and weathered mudstone with various percentages were used as testing materials. It was found that the GR values from modified GR tests are generally greater than that obtained from the conventional GR tests. It is believed the transducers installed in the GR test systems provide better measurement on pore pressure distribution and better evaluation of the clogging potential.