RESEARCH

Geosystems Laboratory

Fundamentals

Wave propagation in equivalent continuum jointed rock mass
Experimental Characterization of Wave Propagation in Jointed Rock Masses
-Small shear strain (below 10-5%): Quasi-static Resonant Column Test (QSRC)
-Mid to large shear strain (10-5% - 10-2%): Rock Mass Dynamic Test (RMDT)
-Effects of gouge fill material, gouge thickness, grouting tested

Numerical Simulation of Wave Propagation in Jointed Rock Masses
-DEM simulations of QSRC and RMDT specimens using 3DEC