Tutorial 2: How to Estimate Slope Rock Mass Strength Using RocData | Step by Step Procedure

Lets consider the following problem: A road cut will be performed at a sandstone slope of 35 m high. The unconfined compressive strength (UCS) is about 2.5 MPa while the rock density is 2.3 g/cm3. The rock mass structure can be described as very blocky but with good surface conditions. Slope will be blasted (“good blasting”) and then mechanically excavated. Estimate the strength characteristics of the rock mass. We use RocData of RocScience software, it provides reference data on rock strength based on its origin and GSI, which makes it easy to estimate the overall strength of rock mass. #engineering #education #mining #stability Related videos: Geological strength index (GSI) | How to read it and Use for Rock Slopes and Walls    • Geological Strength Index (GSI) | How to U...   Tutorial 1: How to Estimate Rock Mass Strength in Tunnel using RocData | Step by Step Procedure    • Tutorial 1: Estimating Rock Mass Strength ...   Tutorial 3: Estimation of Jointed Rock Slope Shear Strength using RocData | Procedure to Follow    • Tutorial 3: Jointed Rock Slope Shear Stren...   #computer #engineering #education #geology #science