Swelling characteristics of some mudrocks from Asturias (Spain)
Abstract
The phenomena derived from the water action on argillaceous rocks, and especifically those of swelling, have a great significance in the geotechnical field. The influence of water (humidity) variations on the time-dependent weathering, progressive deterioration and slaking behaviour of mudrocks has already been assessed by some authors (e.g, Van Eeckhout, 1976 ; Olivier, 1979 ; Harper et al., 1979 ). In this aspect the present paper deals essentially with the swelling performances exhibited by some mudrocks in relation to its textural characteristics and physical properties.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Archaeological and Historical Studies
Building materials and conservation
Archaeological and Geological Studies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Weak Rock - Soft, Fractured and Weathered Rock, Vol. 1
- Publisher
- CRC Press
- Pages
- 231–236
- Publication date
- 26 March 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter