Hydraulic rock mechanics

Author: Dong Xuesheng
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Publish Date: 2004-08-01
Features: Rock mechanics research initiated in China since the 1950s has been widely applied in water conservancy and hydropower projects. Over half a century, significant progress has been achieved. Through the application and development of over 100 large and medium-sized water conservancy and hydropower projects, distinctive hydraulic rock mechanics has taken shape. This book primarily focuses on the research and practical applications of rock mechanics in projects such as the Three Gorges, Danjiangkou, Gezhouba, Geheyan, and Shuibuya, designed by the Changjiang Water Conservancy Commission. It systematically summarizes the experiences in understanding rock masses, reinforcing rock masses, and utilizing rock masses in large and medium-sized water conservancy and hydropower projects, outlining the scope of hydraulic rock mechanics. The main contents of the book include: the characteristics, tasks, and significance of rock mechanics research in water conservancy and hydropower projects; the fundamental mechanical properties and testing techniques of rock masses; the study of initial stress fields and seepage fields in rock masses; the quality evaluation of engineering rock masses; simulation and reinforcement techniques for engineering rock masses; monitoring techniques for rock mass behavior; and practical experiences in using rock mechanics to solve various engineering problems such as rock dam foundations, underground chambers, and rock slopes. This book is a valuable reference for surveyors, designers, researchers, constructors, rock mechanics and rock engineering professionals, as well as teachers and students in relevant disciplines at universities and colleges.