To improve the strength and stability of red clay and address the environmental pollution and durability issues associated with traditional soil stabilization methods, γ-polyglutamic acid (γ-PGA), β-glucan, and their cross linked polymer γ-PGA-β-G were used to modify red clay. The optimal ratio of γ-PGA-β-G was determined using response surface methodology, and the effect of cross-linked biopolymers on the physical and mechanical properties of red clay was investigated. The results indicate that γ-PGA-β-G outperforms single biopolymers in terms of reinforcement. At a γ-PGA-β-G content of 2.5%, the reinforcement effect on red clay was optimal. Compared to untreated red clay, the unconfined compressive strength, cohesion, and internal friction angle increased by 74%, 47.06%, and 41.68%, respectively, and the compression modulus decreased by 54.81%. The γ-PGA-β-G cross-linked matrix effectively fills the gaps between soil particles and binds the particles into a cohesive mass, significantly enhancing the mechanical properties of red clay. This study provides a novel environmentally friendly soil stabilization solution for infrastructure construction in southern red clay regions.
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