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Blast-induced liquefaction : a probable field case
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Date Issued
2008-12
Date Available
2010-07-14T15:17:36Z
Abstract
Increasingly, industrial operations adjoin residential communities. As the demand for natural resources increases, this problem is only more likely to exacerbate in coming decades. Thus, it is imperative to fully understand all potential damage mechanisms that may imperil nearby structures. This paper presents a case history that introduces a potential new mechanism, namely the unintentional triggering of liquefaction due to industrial blasting. The site in question is an early twentieth century town in the southeastern United States located adjacent to a granite quarry. Despite diligent control of blasting levels, there is a clear pattern of repeated damage radiating from the quarry area. This paper presents evidence collected to date that the damage mechanism is blasting-induced partial, repetitive liquefaction.
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Type of Material
Conference Publication
Keywords
Subject – LCSH
Soil liquefaction
Blasting
Quarries and quarrying
Language
English
Status of Item
Peer reviewed
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Cannon, E. West, R. & Fanning, P. (eds.). Joint Symposium Proceedings of Bridge and Concrete Research. Dec 4-5, 2008. Galway, Ireland
Conference Details
Joint Bridge & Infrastructure Research in Ireland & Concrete Research in Ireland Conference, December 4-5, 2008, Galway, Ireland
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