Abstract: Dilatancy (volumetric expansion) during yielding is an important aspect of geomaterial behavior that can be mathematically defined using a dilation model. A common way of modeling dilation has been to use a dilation angle, ...

Abstract: The vertical load acting on a support structure is affected by the loss of self-bearing capacity of the rock inside the plastic zone. This load can then be accounted for by analytical calculation methods capable of evaluating ...

Abstract: Characterizing the mechanical behavior of jointed rocks is important to understand the behavior of structures in rock masses. Jointed rocks can be composed of persistent and nonpersistent joints where the impact of ...

Abstract: Mine tailings (MTs) that are rich in aluminosilicates can be reused to create geopolymer via alkaline activation as an alternative to portland cement concrete for construction and building applications. However, pure MTs ...