Advances in Geotechnical and Geological Engineering

Dear Colleagues,

Over the past few decades, the design and construction of geological engineering projects such as shallow civil projects, deep mining, oil and gas projects and waste disposal have exploded in quantity and scale, and it is believed that this trend will continue into the future. The study of Geotechnical and Geological Engineering helps in the identification and mitigation of geological hazards, provides optimization in the design and construction of geotechnical structures, and ensures compliance with regulations and standards. Since the study of Geotechnical and Geological Engineering requires a multidisciplinary approach, this topic considers theoretical aspects and experimental work in domain of geology, engineering-geology, geotechnics, environmental engineering, as well in other relevant branches of science. This Special Issue is therefore committed to and welcomes papers in the areas of soil and rock engineering and also of geology as applied in the civil engineering, mining and petroleum industries. The emphasis is on the engineering aspects of soil and rock mechanics, geology and hydrogeology, although papers on theoretical and experimental advances in ground mechanics are also welcomed for inclusion. Authors are therefore invited to submit their relevant research contributions to this Special Issue.

Prof. Dr. Hang Lin
Dr. Yifan Chen
Dr. Shijie Xie
Guest Editors

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