Sustainable Development of Rock and Geotechnical Engineering

A special issue of Geosciences (ISSN 2076-3263). This special issue belongs to the section "Geomechanics".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (27 April 2025) | Viewed by 925

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College of Science, Qingdao University of Technology, Qingdao 266520, China
Interests: rock mechanics; deep mining; fault mechanics; engineering geology
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College of science, Qingdao University of Technology, Qingdao, China
Interests: rock mechanics; dynamic shear behavior of rough fractures; rock dynamics

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Dear Colleagues,

Rock mechanics is the theoretical and applied science of the mechanical behaviour of rock. It is that branch of mechanics concerned with the response of rock to the force fields of its physical environment. Great process has be achieved in rock mechanics after decades of development, including the test method, experimental setup, numerical modeling method and field monitoring technique. In particular, a number of new challenges have also been frequently encountered as the depth of the rock projects proceeds to a greater depth, such as rockburst, induced earthquake, wallrock large deformation, ground surface subsidence, water and mud inrush. Besides, some new research topics, such as the multi-field coupling (T-H-M-C) of rock, caprock stability, and fault stability become prevailing as the development of geothermal energy, CCUS (carbon capture, utilization and storage). This special issue aims to publish original research and review articles that cover the sustainable development of Rock mechanics and Rock Engineering mentioned above.

Prof. Dr. Fanzhen Meng
Dr. Zhanguo Xiu
Dr. Feili Wang
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Keywords

  • deep rock engineering, including field monitoring, new test apparatus, method and theory
  • geothermal energy recovery related topics, such as T-M, T-H-M, and T-H-M-C of rock
  • rock dynamic related topics such as rockburst and induced seismicity
  • large-scale rock slope stability, such as the bank slope of reservoir, rock slope of open pit mine
  • CCUS related topics such as caprock stability, fault reactivation
  • other topics that are closely related to the sustainable development of Rock mechanics and rock engineering

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Three-Dimensional Stability of Rocky Slopes and Identification of Hazard Zones in Monuments of Archaeological Interest: Case Study of Ancient Corinth, Greece
by Emmanouil Chatziangelis, Maria Michalopoulou, Nikolaos Depountis, Panagiotis Pelekis and Maria Agrevi
Geosciences 2025, 15(6), 199; https://doi.org/10.3390/geosciences15060199 - 26 May 2025
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The integration of new technologies across scientific disciplines, including rock slope engineering, is increasingly essential. The use of drones and advanced software tools for mapping and analyzing large rocky slopes in detail has become indispensable and highly beneficial. In this context, this paper [...] Read more.
The integration of new technologies across scientific disciplines, including rock slope engineering, is increasingly essential. The use of drones and advanced software tools for mapping and analyzing large rocky slopes in detail has become indispensable and highly beneficial. In this context, this paper examines the process and key parameters involved in generating a high-resolution 3D terrain model and evaluating rock-mass stability using advanced software tools (UgCS version 5.5.0, ArcGIS version 3.4.3, Drone2Map version 2024.2.1, DSE version 3.02, and Rocfall3D version 1.014). These technologies facilitate the identification of hazard zones on rocky slopes in monuments of archaeological interest. The evaluation of this modeling approach is conducted at the monolithic rock of Ancient Corinth (Acrocorinth), one of Greece’s most significant archaeological sites. This study focuses on assessing its vulnerability to rockfalls and identifying hazard zones. This methodology involves the development of a 3D rockfall analysis system and the implementation of a specialized hazard matrix for the quantitative assessment of rockfall risk. This approach enables the development of a decisive model for mitigating rockfall hazards, ensuring the safety of visitors in high-traffic areas such as major archaeological sites. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Sustainable Development of Rock and Geotechnical Engineering)
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