From: In-situ experiments on bentonite-based buffer and sealing materials at the Mont Terri rock laboratory (Switzerland)
Buk density achieved in situ (kg/m3)
Bulk density achieved in the laboratory (kg/m3)
SB1 (65/35)
1720
1870–1930
SB2 (65/35)
1910
SB13 (50/50)
1640
n. d.
SB15 (0/100)
1690
1730–1820
Mock-up Test 2 (65/35) (for comparison)
2070