An Attempt to Formulate a Theory of Crack Formation in Glaciers
An Attempt to Formulate a Theory of Crack Formation in Glaciers

Author: M. Lagally

Publisher:

Published: 1954

Total Pages: 50

ISBN-13:

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The plasticity of glacier ice and the relation between the internal deformation of glaciers and fissure formation are investigated on the basis of Somigliana's theory of the mechanics of glacier motion. The forces and strains involved in the deformation of granular ice masses and the resulting fissuring are discussed and analyzed mathematically for glaciers with a linear increase of velocity toward the edges, with a parabolic increase toward the edges and with a constant surface velocity.

The Viscous Vs. The Granular Theory Of Glacial Motion
The Viscous Vs. The Granular Theory Of Glacial Motion

Author: Oswin William Willcox

Publisher: Legare Street Press

Published: 2023-07-18

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781020630002

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This book offers a detailed comparison of two theories of glacial motion - the viscous and granular theories. It presents a comprehensive analysis of their respective strengths and weaknesses by examining the physics that underlie them. A must-read for anyone interested in the study of glaciers and their movements. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.