Sustainable Development of Rock and Geotechnical Engineering

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
Guest Editors

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