Rock Mechanics
The Rock Mechanics group at the department of Engineering Geology and Hydrogeology (LIH) focuses on understanding the rock mass behaviour through multi-disciplinary laboratory/in-situ methods applied to different areas including underground excavation and slope stability. In-depth rock mass characterization is carried out through use of remote sensing methods (photogrammetry and laser scanning) integrated with Discrete Fracture Network (DFN) and advanced numerical modelling.
Current projects Rock Mechanics
Feasibility study for the Einstein telescope in the Euregio Meuse-Rhine (E-TEST)
Progressive Excavation Disturbance Zone Evolution during and Post Mine-by Tunnelling (PRECODE)
Cyclic Processes related to Underground Pumped Storage Power Plants (UPSP) using abandoned mines