Structural Geology And Rock Engineering - Softcover

Cosgrove, John W; Hudson, John A

Softcover

ISBN 10: 178326957X ISBN 13: 9781783269570

Publisher: Imperial College Press, 2016

Synopsis

The exploration and extraction of the earth's resources are key issues in global industrial development. In the 21st century, emphasis has increasingly being placed on geo-engineering safety, engineering accountability and sustainability. With focus on rock engineering projects, Structural Geology and Rock Engineering uses case studies and an integrated engineering approach to provide an understanding of projects constructed on or in rock masses. Based on Professors Cosgrove and Hudson's university teaching at Imperial College London, as well as relevant short course presentations, it explains the processes required for engineering modelling, design and construction.

The first half of the book provides step-by-step presentations of the principles of structural geology and rock mechanics with special emphasis on the integration between the two subjects. The second half of the book turns principles into practice. A wealth of practical engineering examples are presented, including evaluations of bridge foundations, quarries, dams, opencast coal mining, underground rock engineering, historical monuments and stone buildings.

This up-to-date, well-illustrated guide is ideal for teachers, researchers and engineers interested in the study and practice of rock-based projects in engineering.

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Review

Written by two eminent authors, this book serves as an illustrated guide and explanations on the integration of key structural geology and rock engineering principles and techniques for students, teachers, researchers, engineers and constructors who are working on rock engineering in the fields of civil, mining, geological and construction engineering. --Prof. Resat Ulusay, Hacettepe University, Turkey

Edition details

• Publisher: Imperial College Press
• Publication date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 178326957X
• ISBN 13: 9781783269570
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 554