Description
Book SynopsisIntroduces an approach to rock mechanics called 'block theory', which formalizes procedures for selecting proper shapes and orientations for excavations in hard jointed rock.
Table of ContentsSymbols and Notation xi
Chapter 1 Introduction 1
Chapter 2 Classification and Index Properties of Rocks 19
Chapter 3 Bock Strength and Failure Criteria 55
Chapter 4 Initial Stresses in Rocks and Their Measurement 101
Chapter 5 Planes of Weakness in Rocks 141
Chapter 6 Deformability of Rocks 179
Chapter 7 Applications of Rock Mechanics in Engineering for Underground Openings 221
Chapter 8 Applications of Rock Mechanics to Rock Slope Engineering 293
Chapter 9 Applications of Rock Mechanics to Foundation Engineering 341
Appendix 1 Stresses 389
Appendix 2 Strains and Strain Rosettes 409
Appendix 3 Identification of Rocks and Minerals 415
Appendix 4 Derivations of Equations 427
Appendix 5 The Use of Stereographic Projection 475
Answers to Problems 495
Index 555
