Geomechanical Applications

Geomechanical Applications

Excavation of underground openings is a difficult job in a challenging environment. Advanced instrumentation and monitoring methods allow these openings to be excavated and maintained safely and efficiently. Current research includes:

• Digital photogrammetry and novel instrumentation for ground control monitoring
• Time-lapse passive tomographic imaging using induced seismicity
• Geomechanical numerical modeling
• Ground control design and surface deformations

Faculty working in this area: Nino Ripepi, Erik Westman, Mario Karfakis