I'm investigating the failure of a cast iron bell and spigot water main with lead and oakum joints. Pipe settlement caused joint rotation resulting in a bell fracture. Has anyone observed lead squeezed or pushed out of this type of joint or analyzed lead squeeze mechanics including creep versus time?
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Lead squeezed out from cast iron pipe joint
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