Department
Geosciences and Geological and Petroleum Engineering
Major
Geological Engineering
Research Advisor
Hogan, John P.
Apel, Derek
Advisor's Department
Geosciences and Geological and Petroleum Engineering
Second Advisor's Department
Mining Engineering
Abstract
Jointed outcrops of Roubidoux Sandstone are exposed along the north outer road of Interstate 44 in Rolla, Missouri. I will determine if the jointing present in the outcrop is systematically or randomly oriented. Furthermore, I will investigate whether or not hematite cementation present along some joint surfaces is related to mineralization as a result of fluid flow along these joints. Finally, the strength properties of the sandstone will be determined to constrain the conditions of joint formation. Geologic field methods will be used to map the outcrop. Thin sections will be examined in order to observe cementation and pore cavities. The mechanical properties of rock cylinders of Roubidoux Sandstone will be tested using the UMR Rock Mechanics Facility.
Biography
Evan is a junior attending the University of Missouri-Roi/a majoring in Geological Engineering. He is the son of Terry and Marcie Stevens and is from St. Charles, Missouri. On campus he is involved in the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity and also works for the Interdisciplinary Engineering Department as a professor's assistant. Evan plans on pursuing his career as a Geological Engineer in the mining industry.
Research Category
Research Proposals
Presentation Type
Research Proposal Poster
Document Type
Poster
Location
Havener Center, Carver-Turner Room
Presentation Date
11 April 2007, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Investigation of Jointing and Joint Formation in the Roubidoux Sandstone, Rolla, Missouri
Havener Center, Carver-Turner Room
Jointed outcrops of Roubidoux Sandstone are exposed along the north outer road of Interstate 44 in Rolla, Missouri. I will determine if the jointing present in the outcrop is systematically or randomly oriented. Furthermore, I will investigate whether or not hematite cementation present along some joint surfaces is related to mineralization as a result of fluid flow along these joints. Finally, the strength properties of the sandstone will be determined to constrain the conditions of joint formation. Geologic field methods will be used to map the outcrop. Thin sections will be examined in order to observe cementation and pore cavities. The mechanical properties of rock cylinders of Roubidoux Sandstone will be tested using the UMR Rock Mechanics Facility.
