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  1. 1. Geological 3D Modelling ofthe File Hajdar Quarry, Slite

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Friberg Nils; [2023]
    Keywords : 3D-modelling; Cementa; limestone; resistivity; Gotland; 3D-modellering; Cementa; kalksten; resistivitet; Gotland;

    Abstract : Located on the island of Gotland, Sweden, the File Hajdar limestone quarry is an important locality for domestic cement production. With depositional settings generally related to shallow sea carbonate ramps, the lithologies encountered on File Hajdar range from reef-associated limestone units to more basinal deposition of marls. READ MORE

  3. 2. Quarry Stories - Architecture through Narrative Exploration

    University essay from KTH/Arkitektur

    Author : Anastasia Bos; Lycke Förell; [2023]
    Keywords : Book; Exhibition; Post-humanism; Limestone; Quarry; Storytelling; Narrative; Landscape; Exploration; Non-human;

    Abstract : This book, Quarry Stories - Architecture through Narrative Exploration, collects the process and proposals of our thesis, responding to the question: How can critical post-humanist philosophy, using stories as a tool, enhance our understanding of architecture and activate narratives in limestone quarries? We view the limestone quarries on Gotland as an example of humans’ relationship with nature: we take what we want and leave. Although significant for the industry, the quarries are troublesome from an ecological perspective. READ MORE

  4. 3. Rewilding industrial wounds : A re-evaluation of closed quarries through the integration of rewilding

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Arkitekthögskolan vid Umeå universitet

    Author : Beatrice Malmberg; [2023]
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    Abstract : This thesis departs from previous research, attached as Appendix 1, which investigated how the management and perception of quarries has changed over time. It also addressed a more recent inquiry regarding the demand for a more open restorative approach that departs from the idea that landscapes should be restored to their original state. READ MORE

  5. 4. Awaiting water

    University essay from KTH/Arkitektur

    Author : Sofia Nordblad; [2022]
    Keywords : limestone; quarry; Öland; Cementa; visitor center;

    Abstract : There is a limestone quarry on Öland that was active between 1888 and 2019.  Now that Cementa has ceased mining, the quarry is about to be naturally flooded with rainwater and infiltrating groundwater. In 20 years from now, the water level will be 5 meters higher than today. READ MORE

  6. 5. 3D Geological Modelling of the Subsurface Adjacent to Cementa’s Quarry in Skövde, Sweden

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Minna Larsson; [2022]
    Keywords : 3D model; limestone; cement production; resistivity; photogrammetry; Skövde; 3D modell; kalksten; cementproduktion; resistivitet; fotogrammetri; Skövde;

    Abstract : Limestone is one of the main components of cement production. Limestone has been quarried in Skövde, Sweden, since the end of 19th century and Cementa AB has been operating the quarry since 1973. Aside from limestone, there are also Alum shale of Cambrian age, mudstones as well as bentonite layers of Ordovician age present in the quarry. READ MORE