THE NARROW FREE INFINITE WEDGE ON AN ELASTIC FOUNDATION

Abstract

Th theory of a plate on an elastic foundation will closely predict the radial cracks observed in loading t sts on floating ice sheets. However, the plate theory does not predict accurately the circumferential crack which forms ultimately with increased loading. The wedge theory is developed in an attempt to bett r predict the location and magnitude of the stresses causing the circumferen ial cr ck re ults ob ine can be applied to help predict the ultimate bearing c pacity of an ice sheet, provided the modulus of elasticity and flexural strength of the ice are known. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1961
Accession Number
AD0277538

Entities

People

  • D.e. Nevel

Organizations

  • Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Elastic Properties
  • Flexural Strength
  • Glaciers
  • Ice
  • Mechanical Properties
  • Modulus Of Elasticity
  • Physical Properties

Fields of Study

  • Engineering

Readers

  • Fluid Dynamics.
  • Materials Science (Mechanical Engineering).
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