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Sieve Analysis Report James Huka

The sieve analysis experiment conducted on May 20, 2025, aimed to determine the particle size distribution of coarse aggregates using ASTM standard sieves. The results indicated that 74.76% of the aggregate was retained on the 25 mm sieve, confirming that the material is well-graded and suitable for high-strength concrete and road construction. Precautions included ensuring clean sieves and consistent hand shaking for effective separation.

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Sieve Analysis Report James Huka

The sieve analysis experiment conducted on May 20, 2025, aimed to determine the particle size distribution of coarse aggregates using ASTM standard sieves. The results indicated that 74.76% of the aggregate was retained on the 25 mm sieve, confirming that the material is well-graded and suitable for high-strength concrete and road construction. Precautions included ensuring clean sieves and consistent hand shaking for effective separation.

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CIVIL ENGINEERING LAB REPORT

Experiment: Sieve Analysis of Aggregate

1. Date of Experiment

Tuesday, May 20, 2025

2. Objective

To determine the particle size distribution of coarse aggregates by conducting a sieve analysis using ASTM

standard sieves.

3. Apparatus Used

- Standard ASTM test sieves: 63 mm, 50 mm, 37.5 mm, 25 mm, 12.5 mm, 9.5 mm, 4 mm

- Weighing balance

- Hand for shaking (manual sieve method)

- Brush (for cleaning sieves)

- Tray/container

4. Theory

Sieve analysis is a method used to determine the gradation or distribution of particle sizes in a given

aggregate sample. It is essential for understanding the material's suitability for construction applications like

concrete mixes and road bases.

5. Procedure

1. A 2.5 kg aggregate sample was taken (not oven-dried).

2. Sieves were arranged from largest (63 mm) to smallest (4 mm).


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3. The sample was poured onto the top sieve.

4. The sieves were shaken manually by hand for 10-15 minutes.

5. Material retained on each sieve was collected and weighed.

6. Calculations were performed to determine % retained, cumulative % retained, and % passing.

7. The gradation curve was plotted based on the results.

6. Observations and Data

Sieve Size (mm) Wt. Retained (g) % Retained Cum. % Retained % Passing

63 0 0.00 0.00 100.00

50 0 0.00 0.00 100.00

37.5 68 2.72 2.72 97.28

25 1869 74.76 77.48 22.52

12.5 482 19.28 96.76 3.24

9.5 40 1.60 98.36 1.64

4 37 1.48 99.84 0.16

Pan 4 0.16 100.00 0.00

7. Result

- The maximum percentage (74.76%) of aggregate was retained on the 25 mm sieve.

- The aggregate is primarily coarse and well-graded, suitable for concrete mixes in structural applications.

8. Conclusion

The sieve analysis of the given aggregate sample showed that most particles fall in the 25 mm size range,

indicating that the material is well-graded coarse aggregate. This type of gradation is ideal for high-strength

concrete and road construction because it ensures good packing and fewer voids.
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9. Precautions

- Sieves must be clean and undamaged.

- Hand shaking should be consistent and long enough for effective separation.

- Ensure all particles are brushed out of sieves gently.

- Avoid using moist or damp aggregates unless required for a specific test.

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