Introduction to Rock Mechanics
Introduces a new approach to rock mechanics called ``block theory,'' which formalizes procedures for selecting proper shapes and orientations for excavations in hard jointed rock. Applies block theory to rock slopes and underground excavations, and covers the Q theory of rock classificatio...
Saved in:
Main Author: | |
---|---|
Format: | Book |
Language: | English |
Published: |
New York
John Wiley & Sons
1989
|
Edition: | Second Edition |
Subjects: | |
Online Access: | Click Here to View Status and Holdings. |
Tags: |
Add Tag
No Tags, Be the first to tag this record!
|
Summary: | Introduces a new approach to rock mechanics called ``block theory,'' which formalizes procedures for selecting proper shapes and orientations for excavations in hard jointed rock. Applies block theory to rock slopes and underground excavations, and covers the Q theory of rock classification, the empirical criterion of joint shear strength, rock bolting, properties of weak rocks, statistical frequency of jointing, an empirical criterion of rock strength, and design of underground supports. Contains many new problems with worked-out solutions |
---|---|
Item Description: | Includes index |
Physical Description: | xiii, 562 pages illustrations 24 cm |
ISBN: | 0471812005 9780471812005 |