To efficiently link the continuum mechanics for rocks with the structural statistics of rock
masses, a theoretical and methodological system called the statistical mechanics of rock …

Numerical investigation on stability of the rock slope with densely distributed fractures is still
challenging. To overcome the large computational requirements caused by the fracture …

The joints are existing throughout the underground rock mass. It is of great significance to
investigate the shear performance of the rock mass to maintain the stability of the …

Due to the stochastic nature and random distribution of joints in the rock mass, statistical
analyses can be employed as a scientific tool to improve our understanding regarding the …

Rock mass is well known as a discontinuous, heterogeneous, and anisotropic material. The
behavior and strength of rock mass is heavily controlled by the condition and orientation of …

The existence of parallel joints has an impact on the size effect of the uniaxial compressive
strength of rock, but the relationship is yet to be obtained. In this paper, the influence of …

Discrete fracture network (DFN) simulation is the basis of studying the properties of a rock
mass. An important premise of constructing three-dimensional (3-D) DFNs is to ensure that …

Joints greatly affect the mechanical behavior and crack evolution of jointed rock masses. In
this paper, numerical specimens containing pre-existing random joints are constructed …

Complex jointed rock masses are common in nature. When a roadway is located in complex
jointed rock mass, numerous joints can weaken the strength of surrounding rock, resulting in …

Characterizing the mechanical behavior of jointed rocks is important to understand the
behavior of structures in rock masses. Jointed rocks can be composed of persistent and …