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The use of models to inform the structural design of dams, 1890s‐1930s
The late 19th century saw a great increase in the construction of masonry dams to supply the growing numbers of large cities and to support growing agricultural demands. The engineering theory of gravity dams was, however, rather crude, focusing on simple overturning moments. Two major factors affecting dam behaviour were known but not addressed in the design procedures – the horizontal and vertical shear stresses inside the dam, and the action of the dam on the soil beneath. A variety of model tests were undertaken, especially by Karl Person, Benjamin Baker and Wilson and Gore, to study these phenomena. Their findings shaped the design of dams for the following 30 years.
The use of models to inform the structural design of dams, 1890s‐1930s
The late 19th century saw a great increase in the construction of masonry dams to supply the growing numbers of large cities and to support growing agricultural demands. The engineering theory of gravity dams was, however, rather crude, focusing on simple overturning moments. Two major factors affecting dam behaviour were known but not addressed in the design procedures – the horizontal and vertical shear stresses inside the dam, and the action of the dam on the soil beneath. A variety of model tests were undertaken, especially by Karl Person, Benjamin Baker and Wilson and Gore, to study these phenomena. Their findings shaped the design of dams for the following 30 years.
The use of models to inform the structural design of dams, 1890s‐1930s
Addis, Bill (editor) / Chrimes, Mike (author)
PHYSICAL MODELS ; 207-232
2020-10-19
26 pages
Article/Chapter (Book)
Electronic Resource
English