Title:
Ferrocement Enclosure for a Centrifuge
Author(s):
K. H. Tan; S. L. Lee; and P. Paramasivam
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
13
Issue:
12
Appears on pages(s):
61-66
Keywords:
composite construction (concrete and steel); ferrocement; shells (structural forms); structural design; Design
DOI:
Date:
12/1/1991
Abstract:
Describes the design and construction of a ferrocement enclosure for a geotechnical centrifuge that required thin walls because of space limitations. Ferrocement was selected because of its ability to localize damage when subjected to impact load, and ease of repair.