Effects of Bentonite Clay on Sediment Erosion Rates

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Abstract:

This technical note TN details analysis of the effects of varying amounts of bentonite clay on the erosion rates of mud topsoil, sand, and a mixture of both. The presence of clay, even in small amounts, can dramatically change the erosion properties of sediment. This work was performed as part of the DOER work unit Estimating Vertical Variation in Erodibility and Deposition Rates of Mixed Sediments in the Nearshore Placement focus area. The final goal of all research associated with this DOER work unit is to develop methods of associating sediment erosion rates to material bulk properties.

Author(s):
Gailani, J. Z. ; Jin, L. ; Mcneil, J. ; Lick, W.
Author Organization(s):
ARMY ENGINEER WATERWAYS EXPERIMENT STATION VICKSBURG MS ENGINEER RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Supplementary Note:
DOI: 10.21236/ADA390214
Pagination:
0025

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
ERDC-TN-DOER-N9
Monitor Series:
ERDC
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_1.2.7_Experimentation; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_1.2.3_Educating; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_5_Command and Control
Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
*MECHANICAL PROPERTIES, *EROSION, *CLAY MINERALS, *MUD, PLASTIC DEFORMATION, RATES, SAND, DEPOSITION, SOILS, CLAY, MIXING, SEDIMENTS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Geology, Geochemistry and Mineralogy, Laminates and Composite Materials, Civil Engineering
Keyword(s):
*BENTONITE CLAY
Report Date:
2001 Apr 01
Creation Date:
2001 Jun 06