Publicación:

Estudio bibliográfico para el diseño de presas por gravedad a escala, implementándolas en el laboratorio de hidráulica de la Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia en el periodo 2019-2

Resumen

We show a systematic analysis of literature oriented to the construction of dams by gravity to scale, scale models allow us to analyze behaviors, identify patterns and simulate some processes in ideal conditions, that is to say that it is impossible to simulate all the conditions of the environment, this section seeks to study the behavior of the dams by gravity with the pushes generated by the water. Starting from the conception that scale models allow us to improve, analyze behavior, project a better design, relate variables, among others. On the other hand, the analysis can contribute to the training of new students taking courses in fluid mechanics and hydraulics as they will be able to perform practices to observe the behavior of the dams, and thus complement the studies taught in the institution. In addition, it will contribute in the geotechnical area since it studies the behaviour of retaining walls under active thrust and gravity dams are based on the concept of retaining walls.