• Surisetti Vamsi Harischandra Prasad
• Ch.Srinivas
• Borra Karthik Reddy
• Ravada Vasu
• Bandi Narasimha

Soil infiltration rate is a crucial factor influencing water movement, directly affecting agricultural practices, groundwater recharge, and soil conservation. Variations in infiltration rates across different soil types determine their water retention and drainage capacity, impacting irrigation and sustainable water resource management. Understanding infiltration rate dynamics is essential for managing soil erosion, optimizing water use, and ensuring long-term agricultural productivity. This study analyzes infiltration rate dynamics in heterogeneous soils using double-ring infiltrometer experiments, with field tests conducted on various soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clayey soils, under natural conditions. The results indicate that sandy soils exhibit higher infiltration rates due to their larger pore spaces and loose structure, which facilitate rapid water percolation, while loamy soils show moderate infiltration rates, balancing water retention and drainage properties. In contrast, clayey soils demonstrate significantly lower infiltration rates due to their compact structure and lower permeability, restricting water movement and leading to surface runoff. In addition to infiltration studies, soil classification is vital for assessing soil suitability in construction, agriculture, and water management. Various classification methods, including sieve analysis, hydrometer analysis, and Atterberg limits tests, help determine soil composition, particle size distribution, and plasticity, providing essential data for understanding soil behavior under different environmental and loading conditions, supporting better land use planning and infrastructure development. Accurate knowledge of infiltration rates and soil classification can lead to more effective water management strategies, improved irrigation planning, and enhanced agricultural sustainability. Policymakers, engineers, and researchers can use this information to develop optimized water conservation techniques, mitigate soil degradation, and enhance groundwater recharge. Understanding these factors contributes to sustainable development by ensuring efficient resource utilization and long-term environmental stability.

Kuramdasu Rambabu

"A Model Study of Infiltration Rate Dynamics in Heterogeneous Soils Using Double-Ring Infiltrometer ", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 3, page no.b233-b236, March-2025, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2503125.pdf

"A Model Study of Infiltration Rate Dynamics in Heterogeneous Soils Using Double-Ring Infiltrometer ", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.12, Issue 3, page no. ppb233-b236, March-2025, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2503125.pdf