Innovations in Rock Mechanics and Mining Engineering
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Civil Engineering".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 January 2026 | Viewed by 455
Special Issue Editor
Interests: geotechnical engineering; mining engineering; rock mechanics; data analysis using AI and ML; recycling; engineering materials; numerical modeling; simulation
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Dear Colleagues,
Rock mechanics and mining engineering have witnessed remarkable advancements in recent years. With innovations in numerical modeling, remote sensing, artificial intelligence, and sustainable mining practices, researchers and practitioners have significantly enhanced our ability to safely and efficiently exploit underground resources while reducing environmental impact. Notable breakthroughs include intelligent monitoring systems for underground stability, new composite materials for reinforcement and support, and advanced methods for assessing and mitigating geotechnical risks.
Looking forward, this dynamic field is expected to evolve further through increased integration of digital twins, machine learning, and automated mining technologies. Research on the sustainable reuse of underground spaces, novel reinforcement materials, improved safety protocols, and innovative mining methods will remain pivotal in shaping the future of mining engineering and rock mechanics.
We invite original research articles, review papers, and case studies addressing, but not limited to, the following keywords:
- Numerical modeling;
- Intelligent monitoring;
- Risk assessment;
- Grouting;
- Rock reinforcement;
- Sustainable mining;
- Artificial intelligence;
- Mine safety;
- Underground mine utilization;
- Automated mining;
- Geothermal energy extraction.
Dr. Yuantian Sun
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- numerical modeling
- intelligent monitoring
- risk assessment
- grouting
- rock reinforcement
- sustainable mining
- artificial intelligence
- mine safety
- underground mine utilization
- automated mining
- geothermal energy extraction
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