A New Method for Determining the Physical Parameters of Large Soil and Rock Samples in Situ

A New Method for Determining the Physical Parameters of Large Soil and Rock Samples in Situ
Author: Emmanuel E. Bliamptis
Publisher:
Total Pages: 36
Release: 1972
Genre: Correlation (Statistics)
ISBN:

A new method is introduced for determining the electrical and mechanical parameters of large samples of materials in situ. A set of linear electrodes in boreholes forms a square pattern; positive and negative electrical potentials on alternate electrodes create symmetry planes which define several 'cells'; a given fraction of electric current leaves an electrode and reaches a corresponding electrode. It is thus possible to obtain an impedance characteristic for each cell. The situation is basically two-dimensional, so a Schwarz-Christoffel transformation may be used followed with electrical calculations to obtain the conductivity and the permittivity of the cell material. The mechanical parameters of the cells are obtained in a similar manner. A mechanical disturbance is generated in the central borehole and the travel time to the other boreholes is measured along with the attenuation. The mechanical parameters are computed and correlated with the electrical parameters. (Author Modified Abstract).

A New Method for Determining the Physical Parameters of Large Soil and Rock Samples in Situ

A New Method for Determining the Physical Parameters of Large Soil and Rock Samples in Situ
Author: E. E. Bliamptis
Publisher:
Total Pages: 36
Release: 1972
Genre: Correlation (Statistics)
ISBN:

A new method is introduced for determining the electrical and mechanical parameters of large samples of materials in situ. A set of linear electrodes in boreholes forms a square pattern; positive and negative electrical potentials on alternate electrodes create symmetry planes which define several 'cells'; a given fraction of electric current leaves an electrode and reaches a corresponding electrode. It is thus possible to obtain an impedance characteristic for each cell. The situation is basically two-dimensional, so a Schwarz-Christoffel transformation may be used followed with electrical calculations to obtain the conductivity and the permittivity of the cell material. The mechanical parameters of the cells are obtained in a similar manner. A mechanical disturbance is generated in the central borehole and the travel time to the other boreholes is measured along with the attenuation. The mechanical parameters are computed and correlated with the electrical parameters. (Author Modified Abstract)

Correlations of Soil and Rock Properties in Geotechnical Engineering

Correlations of Soil and Rock Properties in Geotechnical Engineering
Author: Jay Ameratunga
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 236
Release: 2015-12-11
Genre: Science
ISBN: 8132226291

This book presents a one-stop reference to the empirical correlations used extensively in geotechnical engineering. Empirical correlations play a key role in geotechnical engineering designs and analysis. Laboratory and in situ testing of soils can add significant cost to a civil engineering project. By using appropriate empirical correlations, it is possible to derive many design parameters, thus limiting our reliance on these soil tests. The authors have decades of experience in geotechnical engineering, as professional engineers or researchers. The objective of this book is to present a critical evaluation of a wide range of empirical correlations reported in the literature, along with typical values of soil parameters, in the light of their experience and knowledge. This book will be a one-stop-shop for the practising professionals, geotechnical researchers and academics looking for specific correlations for estimating certain geotechnical parameters. The empirical correlations in the forms of equations and charts and typical values are collated from extensive literature review, and from the authors' database.

Geophysical Methods in Terrestrial Material Property Determinations

Geophysical Methods in Terrestrial Material Property Determinations
Author: Emmanuel E. Bliamptis
Publisher:
Total Pages: 64
Release: 1975
Genre: Mathematical analysis
ISBN:

In-house and contractual research was conducted on the relationships between mechanical (strength) properties of rock and soil material and their electrical properties. A theoretical study involved the quantum electromagnetic and elastic interactions of crystals and solids. Laboratory and field investigations were made of the porosity and surface crack networks of large masses of quarry rocks, which govern their conductivity and permittivity. Thermal and mechanical stressing of rocks were analyzed. Electrical parameters of deep mine rocks were measured in-situ with emphasis on frequency/conductivity relationships. Direct mapping of rock strength as a function of electrical resistivity was investigated in the field. A three-dimensional modeling program was conducted in the laboratory. Field measurements of dynamic electrical conductivity of various earth materials were made under conditions of a rapid stress generated by high explosive setonations. Correlations demonstrated by this geophysical and geological research can be useful in prediction or evaluation of nuclear weapon shock effects on military installations.

Manuals Combined: Nondestructive Testing (NDT) And Inspection (NDI)

Manuals Combined: Nondestructive Testing (NDT) And Inspection (NDI)
Author:
Publisher: Jeffrey Frank Jones
Total Pages: 8380
Release:
Genre:
ISBN:

Over 8,300 pages .... Just a SAMPLE of the CONTENTS: NONDESTRUCTIVE INSPECTION METHODS. Published by the Departments of the Army, Navy and Air Force on 1 March 2000 - 771 pages and June 2005 - 762 pages; Metallic Materials and Elements for Aerospace Vehicle Structures 1,733 pages Designing and Developing Maintainable Products and Systems - Revision A 719 pages Sampling Procedures and Tables for Inspection by Attributes 75 pages Nondestructive Testing Acceptance Criteria 88 pages Environmental Stress Screening Process for Electronic Equipment 49 pages Handbook for Reliability Test Methods, Plans, and Environments for Engineering, Development, Qualification, and Production - Revision A 411 pages Human Engineering - Revision F 219 pages Sampling Procedures and Tables for Life and Reliability Testing (Based on Exponential Distribution) 77 pages Test Method Standard: Electronic and Electrical Component Parts 191 pages Reliability Testing for Engineering Development, Qualification and Production - Revision D 47 pages Electroexplosive Subsystem Safety Requirements and Test Methods for Space Systems (150 pages, 8.64 MB) Reliability Prediction of Electronic Equipment- Notice F 205 pages Reliability Program for Systems and Equipment Development and Production - Revision B 88 pages Electronic Discharge Control Handbook for Protection of Electrical and Electronic Parts, Assemblies and Equipment (Excluding Electrically Initiated Explosive Devices) - Revision B 171 pages Electrical Grounding for Aircraft Safety 290 pages Fuze and Fuze Components, Environmental and Performance Tests for - Revision C 295 pages Requirements for the Control of Electromagnetic Interference Characteristics of Subsystems and Equipment - Revision E 253 pages Maintainability Verification/Demonstration/Evaluation - Revision A 64 pages Failure Rate Sampling Plans and Procedures - Revision C 41 pages Maintainability Prediction 176 pages Definition of Terms for Reliability and Maintainability - Revision C 18 pages Semiconductor Devices 730 pages Reliability Modeling and Prediction - Revision B 85 pages Established Reliability and High Reliability Qualified Products List (QPL) Systems For Electrical, Electronic, and Fiber Optic Parts Specifications - Revision F 17 pages Environmental Test Methods and Engineering Guidelines 416 pages) Test Methods for Electrical Connectors - Revision A 129 pages Environmental Engineering Considerations and Laboratory Tests - Revision F 539 pages System Safety Program Requirements 117 pages Test Method Standard Microcircuits - Revision E 705 pages Test Method Standard Microcircuits - Revision F 708 pages Procedures for Performing a Failure Mode Effects and Criticality Analysis - Revision A 54 pages