rock discontinuities characterisation
Geology

Rock Discontinuities Characterisation

Table of ContentsThe first one is the orientationThe second parameter we’re interested in is the spacingThe 3rd parameter is the continuityThe fourth parameter is roughnessThe

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rock joint strength
Geology

Rock Joint Strength – Shear Test

Table of ContentsDirect shear tests on irregular surfacesProperties of the model materialResults of testsDiscussion of results In this topic, we will present two important aspects

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rock strength measurement 003
Geology

Rock Strength Measurement

In this topic, we’ll present you some of the laboratory tests that can be performed to infer rock materials strength. It is important for you

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rock compression 001
Geology

Rock Compression

In topic one, we introduced stress and strain. These 2 variables are related because application of a stress results in a strain. In this topic,

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mine closure (1)
Geology

Mine Closure

Mining is a temporary land use, so having found, evaluated, designed, planned and operated that mine in a safe environmentally responsible way. It remains or

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