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In 1935, solved the differential equation of consolidation by radial flow to a well.

(a) Rendulic

(b) Skempton

(c) Taylor

(d) Darcy

This question was addressed to me during an internship interview.

My question is taken from Secondary Consolidation and Three Dimensional Consolidation in section One Dimensional Consolidation of Geotechnical Engineering I

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The correct answer is (a) Rendulic

Easiest explanation: Prior to Barron’s work, Rendulic in 1935 solved the differential equation of consolidation by radial flow to a well. Skempton is known for his pore pressure parameters A and B.

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