Ferro-Cement Construction Panels

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Abstract:

Two designs of multipurpose ferro-cement construction panels were evaluated as to their versatility for military applications and their strength under flexural loads. The recommended panel design has a thickness of 12 in., width of 12 in., length of 8 ft, cross-section of a modified channel, and weight of 86 lbs. Ultimate load carrying ability of the panel under single point flexure was 1,545 lbs which corresponded to an ultimate flexural stress of 4,300 psi for the ferro-cement material. Tests on the corrosion resistance of ferro- cement were also conducted in a salt spray chamber for up to 6 months. Visual observation of the panel surfaces showed rust stains that indicated substantial corrosion of the steel reinforcement however, the average ultimate strength of the specimens was not significantly reduced.

Author(s):
Haynes, H. H. ; Guthrie, G. S.
Author Organization(s):
CIVIL ENGINEERING LAB (NAVY) PORT HUENEME CA
Descriptive Note:
Technical note Jun 1971-Jul 1973
Pagination:
0037

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
CEL-TN-1341
Task Number(s):
ZF61512053
Project Number(s):
ZF61-512
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.3.3_Develop Strategy; JCA_5.3.4_Develop Courses of Action; JCA_5.3.5_Analyze Courses of Action
Communities of Interest:
Weapons Technologies
Descriptor(s):
*REINFORCED CONCRETE, *PANELS, FABRICATION, IRON, CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS, CORROSION RESISTANCE, FLEXURAL STRENGTH, JOINING, FASTENINGS, STRUCTURES, MILITARY REQUIREMENTS, CEMENTS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Construction Equipment, Materials and Supplies, Structural Engineering and Building Technology
Report Date:
1974 Apr 01