ASTM International - ASTM D2936-08
Standard Test Method for Direct Tensile Strength of Intact Rock Core Specimens (Withdrawn 2017)
Organization: | ASTM International |
Publication Date: | 1 July 2008 |
Status: | inactive |
Page Count: | 3 |
ICS Code (Mineral materials and products): | 91.100.15 |
significance And Use:
Rock is much weaker in tension than in compression. Thus, in determining the failure condition for a rock structure, many investigators employ tensile strength of the component rock as the failure... View More
scope:
1.1 This test method covers the determination of the direct tensile strength of intact cylindrical rock specimens.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values provided in parenthesis are for information only.
1.3 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.