Below is a detailed design drawing which provides general dimensions of the cross-sections, canoe mold, and concrete thickness, as well as the different materials used throughout construction.
Monthly Archives: March 2016
Final Mix
The table below outlines the various components of our final mix and their proportions.
| Material Type | Material Name | Weight (lbs) |
|---|---|---|
| Cementitious Materials | Portland Cement (Type I) | 0.341 |
| Slag Cement | 0.643 | |
| Silica Fume | 0.103 | |
| Aggregates | LS300 Cenospheres | 0.530 |
| Poraver (0.5-1.0 mm) | 0.585 | |
| Water | Water | 0.523 |
| Sikament 686 (SP) | 0.030 | |
| Sika Air (AE) | 0.023 |
Mix Day!
After countless hours of design, construction, and testing, we were able to successfully cast our canoe on 2/24. We’d like to once again thank our sponsors and donors for allowing us to take part in this project.
