PROPERTIES:COMPOSITION, STRUCTURE, DENSITY
as well as comparison with gravimetric and gamma densito-
metry data. Results of the comparison show very close
agreement between the four techniques. (from Authors)
9sfi093
Dispersion parameters from tbe impulse response using
regression
W. E. Kelly, 0. Maxac & S. Mares, Journal of Hydrology,
163(1-2), 1994, pp 85-94.
A regression method for determining dispersion parameters
from laboratory and field tracer test results is presented with
examples. Solutions are presented for one- and two-dimen-
sional dispersion for three cases: data measured at a single
location as a function of time; concentrations measured at
more than one location at the same time; and concentrations
measured as function of time at more than one location. The
procedure is illustrated using an idealized example, and actual
test data from the literature for one-dimensional laboratory
and two-dimensional field test results. (from Authors)
956094
Convolution a debit variable a partir de reponses de
tracages artlficiels daas les milieux poreux ou karstiqoes;
the-orleet modele
(Convolution in time-dependent system from artificial
tracer tests responses in porous or karst systems; theory
and modeling)
M. Dxikowski, Journaf of Hydrology, 164( l-4), 1995, pp 287-
303.
An instantaneous point injection of an artificial tracer makes
it possible to identify the studied system directly. Whether or
not convolutions can be carried out depends on the linearity
and stationarity of the tracer-test system. Convolutions from
the relations between the impulse responses and the hydro-
dynamic conditions in timedependent systems are only
allowed under special conditions. The framework in which
such convolutions are possible is established and a convolu-
tion integral proposed which makes it possible to obtain the
result of any input in time of one of the outlets of a vectorial
system when an artificial tracer teat has been carried out
between the injection point and this outlet. A few theoretical
examples of convolution results with variable flow rates are
presented, these results were obtained with a computer code
baaed on the proposed convolution integral. (English sum-
mary)
956095
Method for interpreting tracer experiments in radial flow
using modlfied analytical solutions
H. Q. Wang & N. Crampon, Journal of Hydrology, 165( l-4),
1995, pp 11-31.
The universal type curves for mass transport in radial flow
established numerically by Sauty in 1978 have been modified
by using different boundary conditions of high accuracy. The
method to determine the hydrodispersive parameters by
interpretation of tracer experiments in radial flow using
modified approximate analytical solutions is simple and
accurate. (from Authors)
PROPERTIES OF ROCKS AND
SOILS
General
956096
Gypsum in construction: origin and properties
J. Karni Jr E. Y. Kami, Materials & Structures, 28(176),
1995, pp 92-100.
263A
Calcium sulfate, known as natural gypsum, is found in nature
in different forms, mainly as the dihydrate (CaSOb.2HsO) and
anhydrite (CaSO,). They are products of partial or total
evaporation of inland seas and lakes and occur in a variety of
forms. The origin of gypsum, its genesis, varieties and
properties are discussed. Details are then given of the
properties of gypsum paste (setting, expansion, and adhesion)
and of hardened gypsum (strength, bulk weight, thermal
expansion, volume and linear changes under humidity
fluctuations, moisture adsorption, paintability, corrosivity,
thermal and acoustic insulation behaviour, and fire resis-
tance). (Authors)
Composition, structure, texture and
density
9s6097
Mina de Alegria (porcao ocidental). Parte I - Tipologia doa
comtituintes da jazlda de fern,
(Algeria Mine (western portion) Part I - tipology of the
component materials of the iron ore deposit)
Y. Hasui, A. Zanardo, P. C. Hackspacher, C. U. V.
Verissimo, V. M. N. Feitosa & L. H. Coelho, Geociencius
(Sue Puulo), 13(l), 1994, pp 101-119.
The iron ores of the Alegria Mine (western portion) are
classified after their petrography/mineralogy/hardness into 1)
amphibolitic itabirites, 2) pulverulent, friable, and hard
goethitic itabirites, 3) pulverulent and friable specularitic
itabirites, 4) friable magnetitic itabrites, and 5) pulverulent to
hard hematites. Canga, other rock types, veins and breccia-
like materials are also present. All these materials are
described. (from English summary)
956098
Quantifying soil microstrpctore using fractals
C. A. Moore & C. F. Donaldson, Geotechique, 45(l), 1995,
pp 105-l 16.
This paper develops the theoretical basis and presents the
results of experimental studies to determine a fractal dimen-
sion associated with soil microstructure. Topics include the
development of techniques for obtaining images of real soils
in a format suitable for analysis, the development of image-
processing techniques for extracting the fiactal characteristics
of the image, the development of a rational analytical basis
for determining the fractal dimension associated with soil
microstructure, the analyses required to quantify the fractai
dimension of the soil samples tested, and pararmrter studies to
determine the effect of particle angularity, grain size distribu-
tion and sample density on the fractal dimensions of selected
sands. (Authors)
956099
Microstructural changes in sand-bentoaite soils when
exposed to aniline
N. Gnanapragasam, B. A. G. Lewis & R. J. Finno, Journal
of Geotechnicuf Engineering - ASCE, 121(2), 1995, pp 119-
125.
Bentonite was exposed to aniline through batch experiments
and flexible wag conductivity tests. The mineralogy and
microstructure and of the samples were studied using X-ray
diffraction, infrared spectroscopy, scanning electron micro-
scopy, and mercury intrusion porosimetry, before and after
aniline exposure. Results indicated that the mineralogical
structure of the clay mineral was unat%cted by the exposure
to aniline, despite evidence that aniline adsorbed onto
bentonite upon contact. (from Authors)