Strength of jointed rock masses

Introduction

Definition of the Problem

Strength of the Intact Rock

An Empirical Failure Criterion for Rock

Characteristics of Empirical Criterion

Triaxial Data For Intact Rock

Assumptions Included in Empirical Failure Criterion

Shear Strength of Discontinuities

Strength of Schistose Rock

Failure of Jointed Rock Masses

Estimating the Strength of Jointed Rock Masses

Examples of Application of Rock Mass Strength Estimates in Engineering Design

Conclusion

Acknowledgements

Appendix 1. Determination of Material Constants for Empirical Failure Criterion

Appendix 2. Sarma Non-vertical Slice Method for the Analysis of Slope Failure on Surfaces of General Shape

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