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Determination of Rheologic Characteristics of Frozen Soils and Beds by Relaxation Tests

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Various methods of evaluating the rheologic properties of frozen soils are examined. Theoretical basis is given for relaxation methods of testing, means of processing experimental data, and analysis of test results.

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Mirenburg, Y.S., Maksimyak, R.V. Determination of Rheologic Characteristics of Frozen Soils and Beds by Relaxation Tests. Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering 39, 72–79 (2002). https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1016034915207

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