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Document: 

SP8-07

Date: 

January 1, 1964

Author(s):

Thane E. Brown

Publication:

Symposium Papers

Volume:

8

Abstract:

Describes the features of 20 in. square hollow piles for Portland Harbor's Pier 4. The mysterious break of the first two driven under test is described and the corrections applied both to manufacturing and driving techniques are explained.

DOI:

10.14359/16651


Document: 

SP8-02

Date: 

January 1, 1964

Author(s):

Ben C. Gerwick, Jr.

Publication:

Symposium Papers

Volume:

8

Abstract:

Presents some of the rules and lessons learned from experience, as well as analyzing a few of the difficulties and problems encountered, in the placement of high quality concrete under water by the tremie method.

DOI:

10.14359/16646


Document: 

SP8-09

Date: 

January 1, 1964

Author(s):

C. C. Nichols

Publication:

Symposium Papers

Volume:

8

Abstract:

Presents a discussion of the marine environment, construction, and performance of the Hood Canal Bridge. This large floating bridge was damaged by winter storms and was modified by the addition of post-tensioned cables and epoxy grout.

DOI:

10.14359/16653


Document: 

SP8-05

Date: 

January 1, 1964

Author(s):

Morris Schupack

Publication:

Symposium Papers

Volume:

8

Abstract:

The behavior of prestressing wire in both sewage and water storage tanks is described. The conditions which led to the failure of a sludge digestion tank and the opinions of the cause of failure are discussed, and methods of avoiding problems suggested.

DOI:

10.14359/16649


Document: 

SP8-04

Date: 

January 1, 1964

Author(s):

J. W. Trahern

Publication:

Symposium Papers

Volume:

8

Abstract:

Discusses the design, consiruction, and maintenance of prestressed concrete tanks by East Bay Municipal Utility District, Calif., and describes improvements in design and construction procedures.

DOI:

10.14359/16648


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