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rock mechanics

Since 2021, aggregated from related topics

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    Rock mechanics is a multidisciplinary field that aims to understand the behavior of rocks and rock masses under various loading conditions. This area of research involves studying the mechanical properties of rocks, such as their strength, stiffness, and deformability, as well as how they respond to stress and strain. Rock mechanics is important in a variety of applications, including mining, civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, and petroleum engineering. By understanding the mechanical properties of rocks, engineers and geologists can design safe and efficient structures, tunnels, and excavations, and optimize exploration and production processes in the oil and gas industry. Research in rock mechanics can involve laboratory experiments, field studies, and numerical modeling to better understand the behavior of rocks and predict their response to different types of loading. This research area plays a key role in ensuring the safety and reliability of rock-related projects and is essential for sustainable resource development and infrastructure construction.

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