Shear element techniques for tunnel design
Abstract
The use of a simple shear element and associated techniques for the estimation of rock loads, ground reaction curves and failure modes in blocky rock where rock strength is dominated by weak joints and sheared zones is described. The application of these techniques is extended to estimation of the primary support requirement and performance assessment for a major rock chamber constructed in Victoria, Australia.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Rock Mechanics and Modeling
Geomechanics and Mining Engineering
Tunneling and Rock Mechanics
Publication details
- Journal / source
- CRC Press eBooks
- Pages
- 835–840
- Publication date
- 24 February 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter