Unconfined Compression Test

The Unconfined Compression Test measures how strong and how much a soil or material can withstand pressure before it fails. A cylindrical sample is placed between two plates and compressed directly from the top without any side support. The test records the maximum stress the sample can handle before cracking or collapsing. It helps engineers understand the material’s strength and stability, which is important for construction, foundations, and geotechnical assessments. This straightforward test provides essential data on how materials perform under vertical pressure in real-world situations.