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Aug 1961
Impact Waves in Sand: Implications of an Elementary Theory
Publication: Journal of the Soil Mechanics and Foundations Division
Volume 87, Issue 4
Abstract
Some implications of an elastic-plastic theory for the propagation of uni-dimensional compression waves in dry Ottawa sand are examined. The theory, which contains an explicit strain-rate effect, has previously been found to give good agreement with experiment. Results from it are compared with elastic and plastic theories of wave propagation in soils. Problems associated with the use and experimental determination of dynamic stress-strain curves are considered. Laws of similitude required by the present theory are examined. Tentative design data on the response of impact pressure gages are developed.
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Journal of the Soil Mechanics and Foundations Division
Volume 87 • Issue 4 • August 1961
Pages: 147 - 166
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© 1961 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published in print: Aug 1961
Published online: Feb 12, 2021
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Blaine R. Parkin
Partner, Ripley, Klohn and Leonoff Ltd., Consulting Engineers, Vancouver, B, c.
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