PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE FOR ANTARCTICA.

Abstract

A satisfactory concrete mix was developed in the Naval Civil Engineering Laboratory for use in Antarctica. This mix was subsequently utilized at McMurdo Station, Antarctica, during Deep Freeze 1969 to construct simulated footings and slabs. Techniques were developed in the field which led to formulation of recommended procedures for batching, mixing, placing, and curing of portland cement concrete in Antarctica. The pertinent features of the mix and design and related procedures are given. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 01, 1970
Accession Number
AD0705994

Entities

People

  • John R. Keeton

Organizations

  • Naval Facilities Engineering Service Center

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Antarctica
  • Buildings And Structures
  • Civil Engineering
  • Concrete
  • Construction Materials
  • Engineering
  • Materials Laboratories
  • Portland Cement
  • Research Facilities

Readers

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  • Polar and Arctic Studies