Case study: using the point load test to estimate rock strength of tunnels constructed by a tunnel boring machine
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DOI: 10.1007/s10064-017-1198-x
Abstract: Rock strength is one of the most important parameters in geotechnical engineering. During excavation using a tunnel boring machine (TBM), a rapid and effective method to estimate rock strength is needed. The TBM muck produced… read more here.
Keywords: strength; estimate rock; rock strength; blocky fragments ... See more keywords
Revisiting rock classification to estimate rock mass properties
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jrmge.2018.08.011
Abstract: Abstract This paper presents the results of ongoing research carried out by the author exploring methods to provide a more robust estimate of rock mass properties specifically for use in tunnel design. Data from various… read more here.
Keywords: estimate rock; rock mass; mass properties; rock ... See more keywords