Technological advancements and sustainable practices in rock slope stability–Critical review
Rock slope stability assessment is a vital component of geotechnical engineering, with
significant implications for sustainability and environmental management. This review …
significant implications for sustainability and environmental management. This review …
Q-slope: rock slope engineering 10 years on
N Bar, N Barton - Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, 2024 - Springer
The Q-slope method for rock slope engineering provides an empirical means of assessing
the stability of rock slopes in the field. It enables geotechnical engineers and engineering …
the stability of rock slopes in the field. It enables geotechnical engineers and engineering …
Effect of groundwater table fluctuation on slope instability: a comprehensive 3D simulation approach for Kotropi landslide, India
In the hilly terrain of the Indian Himalayas, prolonged severe rainfall and subsequent rise of
the water table during the Indian monsoon season are the most prevalent prerequisites for …
the water table during the Indian monsoon season are the most prevalent prerequisites for …
Engineering geological characterization and assessment of complex rock slope failures in Mudurnu, Turkey
Mudurnu County, situated in northwestern Turkey, is a prominent settlement area because it
is located on major trade routes (ie, the Silk Road and the Crimean Road) and has served …
is located on major trade routes (ie, the Silk Road and the Crimean Road) and has served …
Analysis of failure pattern in cut slopes of bedded sandstone: a case study
Anisotropic sedimentary rocks are common around the world. Several factors, such as
presence of primary and tectonic structures, type of weathering and rate of cohesion loss …
presence of primary and tectonic structures, type of weathering and rate of cohesion loss …
Rock mass classification in slope engineering with special emphasis on Slope mass rating: Current status and future projections
T Siddique - Geological Journal, 2024 - Wiley Online Library
Rock mass classification (RMC) systems in the realm of rock slope engineering have
gathered a lot of attention. The present review article delves into the major RMC systems …
gathered a lot of attention. The present review article delves into the major RMC systems …
An integrated geotechnical study using Q-slope method and factor of safety appraisal along NH-5 from Solan to Shimla, India
Slope failure is a major concern along engineered slopes in the dicey Himalayas. It is one of
the leading causes of fatalities and socio-economic disturbances in the regions. For hassle …
the leading causes of fatalities and socio-economic disturbances in the regions. For hassle …
Stability Assessment of Rock Slopes Using the Q-Slope Classification System: A Reliability Analysis Employing Case Studies in Ecuador
Q-slope is one of the most recent empirical geomechanical classification systems and the
least studied in South America. This study aims to expand the knowledge base regarding …
least studied in South America. This study aims to expand the knowledge base regarding …
A comparison of slope stability assessment techniques using different rock mass classification systems and finite element method (FEM): A case study from the …
The Himalayan belt is highly susceptible to landslides since majority of slopes comprise of
highly weathered and deformed rocks with unfavourable orientation of structural …
highly weathered and deformed rocks with unfavourable orientation of structural …
An Empirical Approach for Quick Assessment of Hazard and Safe Height of Steep-Cut Rock Slopes in Garhwal Himalayas
Accessibility and all-weather functioning of the roads in Himalayas form the backbone of the
overall development of the region. All-weather roads are being constructed in the region to …
overall development of the region. All-weather roads are being constructed in the region to …