Expanded coverage of seismic design of rock slopes using pseudo-static stability and Newmark displacement analysis.
The chapter on numerical analysis has been updated with a specific emphasis on civil engineering applications. Core Technical Content
Includes rock strength properties, shear strength of discontinuities, and the Hoek–Brown strength criterion . Rock Slope Engineering: Civil Applications, Fif...
Integration of LiDAR and other remote sensing methods for collecting structural geology data and monitoring slope movement.
The text is designed for both practitioners in transportation, energy, and industrial development, as well as for students in graduate-level geological engineering courses. Rock Slope Engineering: Civil Applications, Fifth Edition Expanded coverage of seismic design of rock slopes
This edition includes several significant updates over previous versions to reflect modern engineering practices:
Covers geological mapping, site reconnaissance, and the collection of structural geology data. Integration of LiDAR and other remote sensing methods
The fifth edition of Rock Slope Engineering: Civil Applications , authored by Duncan C. Wyllie and published by CRC Press , is a comprehensive technical guide covering the investigation, design, excavation, and remediation of rock cuts and natural slopes. Key Features and Updates