Investigation of asphalt core-plinth connection in embankment dams

The asphalt core itself is a no-joint water barrier in embankment dams and is connected to the concrete plinth on the bottom of the core. A reliable asphalt core-plinth connection is crucial and must remain watertight when the core deforms due to deformations in the embankment and foundation and due...

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Main Authors: Weibiao Wang, Shan Feng, Yingbo Zhang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2017-12-01
Series:Case Studies in Construction Materials
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214509517300761