Performance Study of Casing Piles in Expansive Soil Foundations: Model Testing and Analysis

Round 1

Reviewer 1 Report

Comments and Suggestions for Authors

Formatting is wired. The description should be in the middle of the plot. And also please add more details for the description for the plots. 

The colors for the plots should be consistent, for example, for same days, the color should be the same within different plots for better readability.

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Reviewer 2 Report

Comments and Suggestions for Authors

Manuscript Title: Performance Study of Casing Piles in Expansive Soil Foundations: Model Testing and Analysis

 

This manuscript presents the results of an investigation into the critical behavioural characteristics of pile foundations in expansive soil foundations through a series of model tests involving settlement, axial force and side friction resistance. In cities developing due to increasing population, problematic soils are used as settlements. Therefore, the results of this paper can be utilised in the design and construction of pile foundations in large soil foundations. In addition, the publication of the results obtained will contribute to the literature. My opinion is that the manuscript should be accepted for publication.

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Reviewer 3 Report

Comments and Suggestions for Authors

The described study by authors appears to be investigating the behavior of pile foundations in expansive soil conditions, which is undoubtedly an important area of research. However, there are several critical comments and areas for improvement in the description provided:

1. The description lacks specific details about the methods, materials used, and the test conditions. It's important to provide more information on these aspects for the research to be replicable and reliable.

2. The description does not mention the sample size of the model tests or any statistical analysis performed on the results. It's crucial to include this information to determine the statistical significance of the findings.

3. The description mentions the selection of appropriate model materials but does not elaborate on the criteria used for their selection. This could be important, as the choice of materials can significantly impact the results.

4. While the description mentions the results, it does not provide any specific data or quantitative findings. To assess the significance of the findings, readers need access to the actual data and the statistical analysis performed.

5. The description lacks context regarding the relevance and significance of the study. Why is it important to investigate the behavior of pile foundations in expansive soil conditions? What real-world applications or problems does this research address?

Comments on the Quality of English Language

Minor editing of English language required.

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Round 2

Reviewer 3 Report

Comments and Suggestions for Authors

Authors have made all the necessary changes. Hence, the manuscript can be accepted.

Comments on the Quality of English Language

 Minor editing of English language required