Recent advancements in non-destructive testing techniques for structural health monitoring

P Kot, M Muradov, M Gkantou, GS Kamaris, K Hashim… - Applied Sciences, 2021 - mdpi.com
Structural health monitoring (SHM) is an important aspect of the assessment of various
structures and infrastructure, which involves inspection, monitoring, and maintenance to …

A review of some nonexplosive alternative methods to conventional rock blasting

A Al-Bakri, M Hefni - Open Geosciences, 2021 - degruyter.com
The conventional blasting rock excavation method is the main means of rock breakage
because of its high productivity, and it is relatively inexpensive compared to other methods …

Support vector regression optimized by black widow optimization algorithm combining with feature selection by MARS for mining blast vibration prediction

G Xu, X Wang - Measurement, 2023 - Elsevier
Ground vibration induced by mine blasting is the most significant adverse effect on nearby
residents and surroundings. Accurate prediction of blasting vibration using limited monitor …

Quarry slope stability assessment methods with blast induced effect monitoring in Akoko Edo, Nigeria

BO Taiwo, F Yewuhalashet, OB Ogunyemi… - Geotechnical and …, 2023 - Springer
Blast-induced ground vibration is one of the most significant challenges in explosive rock
fragmentation, affecting mine stability and worker and machine safety. However, limited …

Machine learning methods in damage prediction of masonry development exposed to the industrial environment of mines

L Chomacki, J Rusek, L Słowik - Energies, 2022 - mdpi.com
This paper presents the results of comparative studies on the implementation of machine
learning methods in the damage intensity assessment of masonry buildings. The research …

[HTML][HTML] Impact of orientation of blast initiation on ground vibrations

D Garai, H Agrawal, AK Mishra - Journal of Rock Mechanics and …, 2023 - Elsevier
The blast-induced ground vibrations can be significantly controlled by varying the location
and orientation of point of interest from blast site. The blast waves generated due to …

Characteristics of the elevation amplification effect of vibration velocity in rock surrounding underground cavities under different stress conditions

T Zhang, J Huang, X Li, T Liu, X Bian, Y Luo - Soil Dynamics and …, 2023 - Elsevier
Side walls of deep underground cavities are commonly subject to dynamic disturbance of
blasting excavation. To study the distribution of blasting vibration velocity in the side walls of …

Research on damage characteristics of brick masonry under explosion load

J Wei, Z Du, Y Zheng, O Ounhueane - Shock and Vibration, 2021 - Wiley Online Library
As the main structural component of partition wall or load‐bearing wall, brick masonry has
been widely used in construction engineering. However, brick and mortar are all brittle …

Ground-borne vibration model in the near field of tunnel blasting

Y Gao, H Fu, X Rong, G Paneiro - Applied Sciences, 2022 - mdpi.com
Accurate prediction of blasting vibration associated with tunnel engineering is essential to
ensure the safety and stability of tunnel excavation and to prevent any damage or distress to …

3D Modelling approach to identify parametric configurations for pillar stability in underground metal mine: a case study

A Mehra, G Budi - Geomatics, Natural Hazards and Risk, 2024 - Taylor & Francis
In underground metal mining, ensuring the stability of pillars considered as a principal
apprehension, given the likelihood of stress increase and relief leading to dynamic pillar …