Abstract:The granular dynamic shear strength is the same as that of the static one in nature, as found from numerous experiments and investigations. The shear strength is equal to the sum of the internal frictional force and the cohesive force. The influences of type , shape, size distribution, pore ratio, moisture content and variation of vibration velocity on the dynamic shear strength of granules were studied. Based on numerous vibration shear experiments, the authors investigate the mechanism of dynamic shear strength in granules in terms of the fundamental principle and the relevant theory of modern tribology.

Key words: dynamic shear strength; granules; influencing factor; mechanism