Wave velocities in assemblies of glass beads using bender-extender elements

Abstract

Experiments of wave propagation through assemblies of glass beads, using bender-extender elements, are presented in this paper. Wave velocities are determined using many procedures of interpretation to be meticulously accurate about the results. The experimental results are then compared to theoretical predictions and experimental results in granular materials found in the literature. The effect of the beads diameter on the shear wave velocity is also investigated.