Bhawani Singh, R. K. Goel ... 384 pages - Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann; 1st edition (August, 2011) ... Language: English - ASIN: B0057X0J4C by Amazon Digital Services ...
Rock mass classification methods are commonly
used at the preliminary design stages of a construction project when
there is very little information. It forms the bases for design and
estimation of the required amount and type of rock support and
groundwater control measures. Encompassing nearly all aspects of rock
mass classifications in detail, Civil Engineering Rock Mass
Classification: Tunnelling, Foundations and Landsides provides
construction engineers and managers with extensive practical knowledge
which is time-tested in the projects in Himalaya and other parts of the
world in complex geological conditions. Rock mass classification
is an essential element of feasibility studies for any near surface
construction project prior to any excavation or disturbances made to
earth. Written by an author team with over 50 years of experience in
some of the most difficult mining regions of the world, Civil
Engineering Rock Mass Classification: Tunnelling, Foundations and
Landsides provides construction engineers, construction managers and
mining engineers with the tools and methods to gather geotechnical data,
either from rock cuts, drifts or core, and process the information for
subsequent analysis. The goal is to use effective mapping techniques to
obtain data can be used as input for any of the established rock
classification systems. The book covers all of the commonly used
classification methods including: Barton’s Q and Q’ systems,
Bieniawski’s RMR, Laubscher’s MRMR and Hoek’s and GSI systems. With this
book in hand, engineers will be able to gather geotechnical data,
either from rock cuts, drifts or core, and process the information for
subsequent analysis. Rich with international case studies and worked out
equations, the focus of the book is on the practical gathering
information for purposes of analysis and design. Identify the most significant parameters influencing the behaviour of a rock mass. + Divide a particular rock mass formulation into groups of similar behaviour, rock mass classes of varying quality. + Provide a basis of understanding the characteristics of each rock mass class + Relate the experience of rock conditions at one site to the conditions and experience encountered at others + Derive quantitative data and guidelines for engineering design + Provide common basis for communication between engineers and geologists.