A brief introduction to cone penetration testing (CPT) in frozen geomaterials

Title A brief introduction to cone penetration testing (CPT) in frozen geomaterials
Publication Type
Journal Article
Year
2014
Author(s) Adrian McCallum
Journal/ Publication
Annals of Glaciology
Volume
55
Issue
68
Pagination
7-14
Abstract

The cone penetration test has been successfully used to classify soil for ∼100 years. However, it has received only limited contemporary use in frozen geomaterials. The historical and contemporary use of the cone penetration test in various frozen geomaterials is considered here and contemporary data from recent work in polar snow are examined. It is probable that many material physical properties (e.g. density, strength and microstructure) can be obtained directly from cone penetration testing. It appears under-utilized as a contemporary scientific and engineering investigative tool in frozen geomaterials.

DOI
10.3189/2014AoG68A005
URL
Special Collections International Workshop on Ice Drilling Technology Series, 7th International Workshop on Ice Drilling Technology
Categories Other
Citation Adrian McCallum ( 2014 ) A brief introduction to cone penetration testing (CPT) in frozen geomaterials. Annals of Glaciology , 55 , 68 , 7-14 . doi: 10.3189/2014AoG68A005
Lead Author
Adrian McCallum