V. M.S.R. Murthy – författare

This book advances geotechnical engineering through a balanced integration of theory, experimentation, and field studies, addressing tunnelling, mining, slopes, rock mechanics, and material behaviour. From Himalayan tunnel design and Tehri hydropower to slope stabilization using bio-mediated techniques, the studies presented here highlight multidisciplinary approaches to real-world challenges. Novel insights into basalt, marble, gypsum, and coal-ash backfill reflect the rising emphasis on sustainable materials. Numerical tools such as DEM, micromechanics and hybrid optimization, advance understanding of failure mechanisms and joint behaviour, while AI-driven models, PINNs, and satellite sensing expand monitoring and predictive capacities. Case studies on excavation stability, stress recognition and surface protection, strengthen practice-grounded validation. Collectively, these contributions chart a forward-looking roadmap for resilient, sustainable, and digitally enabled geotechnical infrastructure.

This book addresses geotechnical challenges in seismic zones, tunnels, slopes, rock mechanics, while integrating fundamental studies, case analyses, and digital innovations. Papers examine fault reactivation from CO2 injection, seismic effects on tunnels, and surface rupture modeling, providing tools for hazard prediction and mitigation. Case studies from India and Nepal highlight adaptive construction with monitoring, reinforced supports, and geotechnical zonation in weak Himalayan strata. Rock mechanics studies explore creep, fracture growth, freeze–thaw effects, and thermo-mechanical behavior for stability and geothermal applications. Tunnel design and sequencing optimize support with steel fibers, bolts, and real-time monitoring. Contributions cover slope stability, foundation settlement, blast-induced fragmentation, and excavation safety. Ultrasonic monitoring, infrared thermography, and AI-driven modeling enhance predictive accuracy, advancing resilient, sustainable underground infrastructure.