Author(s): Eric Lemee; Thomas Brown
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Abstract: This paper summarizes the results of recent freshwater ice rubble tests conducted at the University of Calgary. The tests were conducted to assess the parameters that affect insitu punch tests of ice rubble and to identify the mechanics and hydrodynamics of the ice rubble failure process. A rectangular transparent sided tank allowed a visual observation of rubble behaviour and the associated mechanisms under plane strain test conditions. Three new rubble types were investigated and the results compared with those from previous testing. Differences in failure mechanics as well as strength properties have been noted in the results obtained for the different rubble types.
Year: 2002