International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering
Volume 2, Issue 1 (2016)
Published
Table of contents
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Effect of Varying Shear Velocity on the Mechanical Behavior of Jointed Rock Subjected To Lower Normal Load
Abstract: : This study investigates the effect of shearing velocity on the mechanical behavior of rock joints, namely, the shear strength, residual strength, joint dilation, its surface roughness and the shearing stiffness under the application of lower normal load. The slower rate of shearing plays an important role in creep and the fatigue effect on jointed rock masses whereas, higher rate of shearing is experienced in the cases of dynamic loadings …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Spatial and Temporal Variation of Bioaerosols with Meteorology at Different Land Sites
Abstract: Air particulates associated with biological origins are termed as bioaerosols. These bioaerosols consist of different species of bacteria, fungi, pollen and spores, etc. and can be allergenic and infectious in nature. The study is an attempt to understand the seasonal variation in bioaerosols concentration at three different land use sites: site I (commercial site), site II (dumping site), Site III (vegetated site). Statistical correlation was applied to infer the relation …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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A Case Study of the Krishna Bhir Slope Failure Disaster: Past and Present Scenario at a Glance
Abstract: The massive landslide disaster of Krishna bhir has been infamous for its dreadful consequences. This huge landslide in the region led to serious socio-economic and environmental disorders in the vicinity of the region, whose negative impacts were reflected soon in the capital city. In addition to the feeble geology, the blasting and drilling activities, rampant deforestation, heavy monsoon rain and the poor drainage are the engenders for weakening the natural …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 21–30 Read article
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Under Water Blasting for Rock Dredging & Protection of Structures: A Case Study
Abstract: Rock dredging in ports involves under water blasting for the pretreatment of hard sea bed. A rock dredging project covering an area of about 257,058m2 involving 400,000 cu.m of hard Khondalite rock mass was taken up in a port in the east coast of Southern India, for deepening of Turning Circle and Inner Harbour Channel. Pre-blast survey was carried out to assess type and condition of various structures standing on …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 31–38 Read article
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Analysis of Stability of Slope Subjected to Blast Vibrations: A Numerical Modelling Approach
Abstract: Numerical simulation was employed to estimate the dynamic behaviour of the canal slope under blasting load based on the blast vibration field test of Yanakandla Mine, Kurnool District of Andhra Pradesh. Blast vibrations were monitored at different distances and based on the data obtained a regression curve was generated. The study consisted of slope stability analysis of the canal near the mine using Distinct Element Modelling technique in 3DEC software. …
Published in International Journal of Geological and Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 39–47 Read article