6.1 Introduction to rock mechanics Flashcards
1
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Define rock mechanics
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The study of characterizing the properties and mechanical behavior of rock materials in response to the forces acting upon them in their environment
2
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Major differences between mechanics of mechanics of structural material and soil/rock mechanics (explain anisotropy, heterogeneous/homogeneous, continuous vs discontinuous
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3
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Explain each type rock reinforcment
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4
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What is rock strength governed by?
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discontinuities (fractures, joints, bedding plant partings)
5
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Uncertainties in rock mechanics come from?
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- Uncertainties with the material itself
- Uncertainties in data collection and testing
- Uncertainties in the model prediction
