Computer based stability analysis of rock slopes in a blocky rock mass

Markus Pötsch, Wulf Schubert, Andreas Gaich

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Abstract

Discontinuity network and keyblock analyses are important methods for the
determination of rock mass behaviour and stability. Due to high mapping efforts and restricted
access only data from selective discontinuities are available for these analyses. This paper presents a method for a complete determination of the discontinuity network of a rock mass and further analyses. The focus is set on rock slope engineering. The data acquisition and evaluation is an image-based process using the JointMetriX3D system. The slope analysis focuses on keyblock
identification and kinematics including trace network analysis, determination of block loops, and
determination of block removablility. An outlook is given on further capabilities of this approach
such as analysis of united keyblocks, rotational kinematics, and applications in rock slope
engineering and mining
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationRock Engineering - Theory and Practice
Subtitle of host publicationProceedings of the ISRM Regional Symposium EUROCK 2004 & 53rd Geomechanics Colloquy
Place of PublicationEssen
PublisherVGE
Pages431-434
ISBN (Print)3-7739-5995-8
Publication statusPublished - 2004
Event2004 ISRM Regional Symposium Eurock: rock engineering, theory and practice: EUROCK 2004 - Salzburg, Austria
Duration: 7 Oct 2004 → 9 Oct 2004

Conference

Conference2004 ISRM Regional Symposium Eurock: rock engineering, theory and practice
Abbreviated titleEUROCK 2004
Country/TerritoryAustria
CitySalzburg
Period7/10/04 → 9/10/04
Otherand 53rd Geomechanics colloquy

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