Choice of materials most suitable for ballast
Open-File Report
48-17-A
By: Leo Maddalena
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Abstract
"Choice of materials most suitable for ballast", by Leo Maddalena, describes the properties needed for good railroad ballast material. Important rocks of Italy and general rock types, such as granite, syenite, lavas, sandstones and limestones, are considered with respect to their structure, texture, compaction, accessory elements, porosity, alteration, and strength.
| Publication type | Report |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
| Title | Choice of materials most suitable for ballast |
| Series title | Open-File Report |
| Series number | 48-17 |
| Chapter | A |
| DOI | 10.3133/ofr4817A |
| Year Published | 1948 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | U.S. Geological Survey |
| Description | 5 p. |