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Discontinuous Deformation Analysis in Rock Mechanics Practice: A Comprehensive Guide

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By Lian Jing, Olof Stephansson, and Eric Nordlund

Discontinuous Deformation Analysis (DDA) is a powerful numerical method for simulating the behavior of rock masses. This book provides a comprehensive overview of DDA, from its theoretical foundations to its practical applications in rock mechanics. The book is divided into three parts:

Discontinuous Deformation Analysis in Rock Mechanics Practice (ISRM Series)

Discontinuous Deformation Analysis in Rock Mechanics Practice (ISRM Book Series)

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Part 1: Theoretical Foundations introduces the basic concepts of DDA, including the theory of discontinuities, the constitutive laws for rock joints, and the numerical implementation of DDA.
Part 2: Practical Applications presents a wide range of applications of DDA in rock mechanics, including slope stability analysis, tunnel design, and rockburst prediction.
Part 3: Case Studies provides detailed case studies of the use of DDA in real-world rock mechanics projects.

Discontinuous Deformation Analysis in Rock Mechanics Practice is a valuable resource for researchers and practitioners in rock mechanics. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the theory and practice of DDA, and it is an essential reference for anyone working in this field.

Key Features

Provides a comprehensive overview of the theory and practice of Discontinuous Deformation Analysis (DDA)
Includes a wide range of applications of DDA in rock mechanics, including slope stability analysis, tunnel design, and rockburst prediction
Presents detailed case studies of the use of DDA in real-world rock mechanics projects
Written by leading experts in the field of DDA

Part 1: Theoretical Foundations

Theory of Discontinuities
Constitutive Laws for Rock Joints
Numerical Implementation of DDA

Part 2: Practical Applications

Slope Stability Analysis
Tunnel Design
Rockburst Prediction

Part 3: Case Studies

Case Study 1: Slope Stability Analysis of a Rock Cut
Case Study 2: Tunnel Design for a Hydropower Project
Case Study 3: Rockburst Prediction for a Deep Mine

Reviews

"Discontinuous Deformation Analysis in Rock Mechanics Practice is a valuable resource for researchers and practitioners in rock mechanics. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the theory and practice of DDA, and it is an essential reference for anyone working in this field." - Professor John Hudson, Imperial College London

"This book is a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the theory and practice of Discontinuous Deformation Analysis (DDA). The authors have done an excellent job of presenting the material in a clear and concise manner, and the book is well-organized and easy to follow. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in learning more about DDA." - Professor Peter K. Kaiser, University of British Columbia