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(Reference retrieved automatically from Google Scholar through information on FAPESP grant and its corresponding number as mentioned in the publication by the authors.)

Factors affecting slab surface roughness of siliceous dimension stones

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Author(s):
Ribeiro, Rogerio Pinto [1] ; Paraguassu, Antenor Braga [1] ; Franco Moreiras, Sergio Trajano [1]
Total Authors: 3
Affiliation:
[1] Univ Sao Paulo, Sao Carlos Engn Sch, Geotech Engn Dept, BR-13566590 Sao Carlos, SP - Brazil
Total Affiliations: 1
Document type: Journal article
Source: Bulletin of Engineering Geology and the Environment; v. 70, n. 4, p. 625-631, 2011.
Web of Science Citations: 5
Abstract

The sawing of granite blocks using multi-blade gangsaws and an abrasive mixture is one of the most complex operations in the rock transformation industry. The surface quality of the finished slabs is the main determinant of the volume of material to be removed in subsequent polishing operations, thus affecting the product's final cost. Measurements carried out on five types of siliceous dimension stone slabs showed differences in sawing speed and industrial process costs. The roughness values obtained, together with the test results for the uniaxial compressive strength, Amsler wear, sawability, coefficient of dynamic friction and petrographic analysis, showed that the rock texture has the most important influence on the production cost of polished slabs. (AU)