Rock Mechanics Based on an Anisotropic Jointed Rock Model (AJRM)

This book focuses on the fundamentals of rock mechanics as a basis for the safe and economical design and construction of tunnels, <br> dam foundations and slopes in jointed and anisotropic rock. <br> It is divided into four main parts:<br> <br> – Fundamentals and models<br> – Analysis and design methods<br> – Exploration, testing and monitoring<br> – Applications and case histories.<br> <br> The rock mechanical models presented account for the influence of discontinuities on the stress-strain behavior and the permeability of jointed rock masses. <br> This book is for:<br> – Civil- and Mining-Engineers<br> – Geologists <br> – Students in the related fields<br>