The trial-and-error method for calibrating rock mechanics parameters has the disadvantages
of complexity, being time-consuming, and difficulty in ensuring accuracy. Harnessing the …

To accurately estimate the rock shear strength parameters of cohesion (C) and friction angle
(φ), triaxial tests must be carried out at different stress levels so that a failure envelope can …

In the field of rock engineering, uniaxial compressive strength (UCS) is a crucial mechanical
parameter that cannot be ignored. Due to the difficulty in obtaining high-quality rock core …

Unconfined compressive strength (UCS) of rocks is a crucial parameter in designing
geotechnical structures. Owing to difficulties in obtaining proper samples for UCS test as …

The processes of deformation and failure in rocks are unavoidably accompanied by the
absorption, storage, dissipation, and release of energy. To explore energy allocation during …

Estimation of shear strength parameters, which are generally known as the cohesion and
internal friction angle (c and φ) in the Mohr–Coulomb (M–C) strength criterion, plays an …

The uniaxial compressive strength (UCS) and Young's modulus (E) of rock are important
parameters for evaluating the strength, deformation, and stability of rock engineering …

Reasonable and effective determination of uniaxial compressive strength (UCS) is critical for
rock mass engineering stability research, design, and construction. To estimate the UCS of …

A global intact rock database of nine parameters, including uniaxial compressive strength
and Young's modulus, is compiled from 184 studies. This database, labeled as …

The safe and sustainable design of rock slopes, open-pit mines, tunnels, foundations, and
underground excavations requires appropriate and reliable estimation of rock strength and …