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The traditional standardized test for determining the plastic limit in soils is performed by hand, and the result varies depending on the operator. An alternative method based on bending measurements is presented in this study. This allows the plastic limit to be obtained with a clear and objective criterion.
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Moreno-Maroto, J. M., Alonso-Azcárate, J. A Bending Test for Determining the Atterberg Plastic Limit in Soils. J. Vis. Exp. (112), e54118, doi:10.3791/54118 (2016).
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