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where:
G = shear modulus,
K = bulk modulus,
E = Young's modulus, and
v = Poisson's ratio.

The engineering applicability of these equations is decreased if the rock is anisotropic. When possible, it is desirable to conduct tests in the plane of foliation, bedding, etc., and at right angles to it to determine the degree of anisotropy. It is noted that equations developed for isotropic materials may give only approximate calculated results if the difference in elastic moduli in any two directions is greater than 10 % for a given stress level.

Note 2—Elastic moduli measured by sonic methods may often be employed as preliminary measures of anisotropy.

1.3 The test method given for determining the elastic constants does not apply to rocks that undergo significant inelastic strains during the test, such as potash and salt. The elastic moduli for such rocks should be determined from unload-reload cycles, which is not covered by this test method.

1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

Keywords

compression testing; loading tests; modulus of elasticity; modulus-Young's; rock; ICS Number Code 93.020 (Earth works. Excavations. Foundation construction. Underground works)

To find similar documents by ASTM Volume:

04.08 (Soil and Rock (I): D420 - D5876)

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93.020 (Earthworks. Excavations. Foundation construction. Underground works Including geotechnics Earth-moving machinery, see 53.100)

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