ROCK FAILURE MECHANISMS

When dealing with rock in civil engineering, mining engineering and other engineering, the process by which the rock fails under loa d should be understood, so that safe structures can be built on and in the rock. However, there are many ways for loading rock and r ock can have a variety of idiosyncracies. This reference book provides engineers and researchers with the essential knowledge for a clear understanding of the process of rock failure under different conditions. It contains an introductory chapter explaining the ro le of roc...[Read more]