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Thermo-hydro-mechanical coupling in slope stability: advanced experiments and multiscale modelling
Loche, Marco ; Scaringi, Gianvito (advisor) ; Comegna, Luca (referee) ; Görüm, Tolga (referee)
The complexity of the thermo-hydro-mechanical processes in expansive clays is such that coupled models are needed to explain their behaviour under variable hydraulic, mechanic, and thermal conditions. The effects of temperature changes on the behaviour of bentonite are being studied, in particular, with respect to their role in the chemical and hydraulic insulation of radioactive waste. Results demonstrate that thermal effects can be significant. These effects can also occur owing to different processes, such as seasonal thermal variations in the shallow (possibly clay-rich) soil layers along mountain slopes. Very limited research in this field has shown that some landslides might be activated by thermal excursions. In the proposed project, experiments and modelling at various scales have been performed to better account for thermo-hydro-mechanical coupling and for the control of temperature on the shear strength, and hence on the stability of slopes. An extensive variety of geotechnical parameters are subjected to changes under thermal action. For instance, we need to mention the shear strength. To develop a more complete framework to account for temperature in slope stability analysis, a multi-scale approach has been defined to improve our understanding on how soil behaves under thermal changes....
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From sea to summit
Staniczek, Jan ; Solčáni, Ján (referee) ; Šrámek, Jan (advisor)
In my thesis I try to convey strange feelings that are inherently connected with post-anthropocentric, ecological thinking of inter-object coexistence, through an installation of a series of clay speakers. From a theoretical point of view, I rely upon Fisher's conception of weird and Morton's conception of dark ecology, in which I found a surprisingly apt articulation of my own feelings, as well as inspiration for further thinking and imagination. The main points in the otherwise difficult to define direction of my work are the planes of blurring borders, ephemerality of experience and intimate contact with otherness.
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The Essence of earthen Architecture in the Czech Republic
Bažík, Lenka ; Pifko,, Henrich (referee) ; Novotný,, Martin (referee) ; Žabičková, Ivana (advisor)
For ten thousand years people have used earthen building material in their homes and in just the last hundred years advanced society has gradually turned away from it due to the development of modern technology. Earth is currently of little use as a building material, but it is gradually increasing with the importance of sustainability. Earth has its place in contemporary modern architecture and this is what this work tries to point out. The research is based on the assumption that each building material gravitates with its properties, composition and also the knowledge of the builder to create a certain space. Different building materials define different spaces, different construction uses and different details. This research defined the network of knowledge with the central themes of the essence of earthen architecture by the method of grounded theory and subsequently applied the theory in the design of a model case. The proposed small structure represents an ideal rendering of the space from a single material on the basis of acquired and known information about this material. It has massive earthen walls, which man created himself and it provides him the shelter. The shelter rises smoothly from the ground, its main source, it has soft round features, which were created by the touch of human hands, and when it expires, it naturally merges with the ground again.
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Implementation of the SCL method for tunnel construction
Slezáková, Pavlína ; Dragoun, František (advisor) ; Uhrin, Michal (referee)
This Bachelor's thesis is a summary of recent knowledge about the tunneling method Sprayed Concrete Lining. The first part of the thesis is focused on the origins of sprayed concrete, on the history of the SCL method and its connection to the NRTM method. Essential parts of this thesis include the principles of excavation using the SCL method, the excavation process and the requirements, such as construction monitoring. Additionally, there is an overview of shotcrete material; both, what the mixture is composed of and what geotechnical parameters, usually, limit the application of this method. The second part of the thesis presents mechanical parameters of clay rocks, and also includes a summary of the possibilities of using the SCL method in the Czech Republic, with a specific example of a planned project.
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Fireclay Grog with a High Alumina Content
Mezulianík, Tomáš ; Tvrdík,, Lukáš (referee) ; Nevřivová, Lenka (advisor)
Special refractory grog with increased alumina content are not currently produced in the Czech Republic. The price of these grogs produced abroad is high, so there is an effort to produce grogs using domestic waste fractions of claystones, which have been stored for decades. The theoretical part of the thesis describes the current results and experience with the processing of fine waste parts of claystone W super and BVP. Suitable raw materials for the preparation of grog with an increased content of alumina are characterized. In the experimental part of the thesis is verified the possibility of production of grogs with increased content of Al2O3 according to the proposed prescriptions.
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Diagnostic Methods Suitable for Monitoring of Drying Process of Brick Product
Sarvaš, Ondřej ; Sokolář, Radomír (referee) ; Nevřivová, Lenka (advisor)
This work deals with the study of diagnostic methods suitable for monitoring of the drying process of brick raw materials. Based on the extensive literature search, several parameters are selected, which are appropriate to monitoring during drying. In addition, a methodology for measuring these selected parameters is proposed. In the experimental part, the use of all described methods is gradually verified on the brick raw material with and without shortening additive (also known as grog). Was carried out: measurement of the surface temperature in the climatic chamber, determination of humidity distribution in the sample, determination of moisture diffusivity, determination of tensile strength, determination of ultrasonic wave velocity and determination of dynamic E-modulus of elasticity. Results of experiments and the gained experiences show, that at least two of the above-mentioned monitoring methods are very appropriate and beneficial – determination of moisture diffusivity and determination of tensile strength. In the work was described in detail the procedure of determination of moisture diffusivity of material. The dependence of moisture diffusivity on the moisture content of the dried material, has been described. Also, differences between raw material with grog and without grog has been described. As part of the practical verification of the experiment designed to determine the tensile strength at different humidity levels of test samples. A new shape of the test specimens and a new device were designed to allow them to be attached to a hydraulic press. The results of this work show that the tensile strength of the ceramic green bodies is primarily dependent on the moisture content of the material. The type of raw material almost does not affect the tensile strength.
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Mullite Refractory Grog
Zemánek, David ; Tvrdík,, Lukáš (referee) ; Nevřivová, Lenka (advisor)
Refractory aggregate manufactured from common clays, claystones and shales in Czech Republic are mostly classified as fireclay. For specific applications are these grogs not suitable and there is a need to use grogs with higher content of alumina oxide. Theoretical part of this thesis is focused on the mineral mullite, which is one of the basic minerals in Al2O3 - SiO2 system. Research is focused on methods of mullite production, manufacture of recfractory grog and new possibilities in modification of current raw materials. In experimental part is carried out a verification of possible production of grogs with increased alumina content according to the designed composition.
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The Use od Rammed Earth for Residential Buildings
Zadražil, Lukáš ; Remeš, Josef (referee) ; Žižková, Nikol (advisor)
The Bachelor thesis focuses on use of earth as a building material for residential buildings, in particular the rammed earth technology. The first part of the thesis deals with history of the earth structures in the world and in our country, using the Czech and foreign literature. Subsequently, the thesis defines earth as a building material. After that, the paper describes in detail the rammed earth technologies with examples of use in modern buildings around the world. Within the practical part, samples of earth from Dolní Těrlicko, approx. 30 km southeast of Ostrava, have been collected. Family house should be built on this land next year, with usage of rammed earth technology. In final part we propose and test methods of producing trial bodies from earth compound for pressure test.
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