Characterization of Rocks and Grouts to Support DNA's Verification Program

Abstract

The mechanical and physical properties of various geologic materials and man-made grouts have been determined. The testing was in support of the Defense Nuclear Agency's (DNA) Treaty Verification program. Specifically, test data was generated for use with DNA's HYDROPLUS program. The tests performed included unconfined compression tests, uniaxial strain tests, physical properties, ultrasonic velocities, XRD mineralogy, and lithologic descriptions. In some instances, gas gun samples were prepared and shipped to DNA's gas gun experimentalists.

Open PDF

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 2000
Accession Number
ADA389170

Entities

People

  • J. W. Martin
  • Sherri A. Heroux

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Bulk Modulus
  • Compressive Strength
  • Digital Data
  • Gas Guns
  • Materials
  • Measurement
  • Mechanical Properties
  • Mechanics
  • Mineralogy
  • Modulus Of Elasticity
  • Phyllosilicates
  • Physical Properties
  • Plastic Explosives
  • Rock Mechanics
  • Shear Modulus
  • Stresses
  • Tectosilicates

Readers

  • Geotechnical Engineering.
  • Nanoscale Plasmonic Nanotechnology
  • Software Engineering