Abstract
The internal cracking patterns of a series of small mortar specimens were observed using a technique called x-ray microtomography. The experimental arrangement was such that three dimensional images of internal cracks could be made at several different points during the load history of the sample. This arrangement allowed progressive crack growth to be observed at micron-scale resolution in a single specimen. The specimens were loaded in compression. The data obtained will be used in true three dimensional measurements of work of fracture. The effects of particle packing and to a limited extent, pore structure may be observed.
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | Proceedings of Engineering Mechanics |
Publisher | ASCE |
Pages | 637-640 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Volume | 1 |
State | Published - Jan 1 1996 |
Event | Proceedings of the 1996 11th Conference on Engineering Mechanics. Part 1 (of 2) - Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA Duration: May 19 1996 → May 22 1996 |
Other
Other | Proceedings of the 1996 11th Conference on Engineering Mechanics. Part 1 (of 2) |
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City | Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA |
Period | 5/19/96 → 5/22/96 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Civil and Structural Engineering
- Architecture