Survey of Experience Using Reinforced Concrete in Floating Marine Structures.

Abstract

This report traces the application of concrete in floating marine structures from its first use in the 1800's to the present day. The various applications were discussed with respect to design, construction, materials, and service experience. This report also reviews recent and current research programs, both in the United States and abroad, which address the use of concrete in fixed and floating marine structures. From the knowledge of applications and research activities, certain technology areas are identified as requiring additional research if advances are to be made in the use of concrete for floating marine structures. A plan is outlined for developing these identified needs into future Ship Structure Committee programs. Keywords: Ferrocement; Floating concrete structures; Ships; Barges; and Offshore platforms

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1983
Accession Number
ADA162559

Entities

People

  • D. J. Pomerening
  • O. H. Burnside

Organizations

  • Southwest Research Institute

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Ground and Sea Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Chemical Synthesis
  • Chemistry
  • Climate Change
  • Construction
  • Engineers
  • Gases
  • Geography
  • Material Degradation Processes
  • Materials Laboratories
  • Materials Processing
  • Materials Science
  • Materials Testing
  • Mechanical Working
  • Mechanics
  • Modulus Of Elasticity
  • Naval Architecture
  • Test And Evaluation

Fields of Study

  • Engineering

Readers

  • Defense Technology Research and Development.
  • Maritime Security/Maritime Homeland Security
  • Pavement Materials Engineering.