Abstract: The stability of rock masses is intricately tied to the peak shear strength (PSS) of rock joints. In this study, a novel criterion for accessing the PSS of rock joints is proposed based on a three-dimensional (3D) parameter ...

Abstract: Surface roughness is one of the most important parameters that have significant influence on the mechanical and hydraulic characteristics of rock joints. To investigate the evolution of surface roughness under normal and ...

Abstract: Accurate crack detection and characterization on concrete are essential for the maintenance, safety, and serviceability of various infrastructures. In this paper, an innovative approach was developed to automatically measure ...