Rock mechanics :  meeting society's challenges and demands : proceedings of the 1st Canada-US Rock Mechanics Symposium, Vancouver, Canada, 27-31 May 2007. Volume 1, Fundamentals, new technologies & new ideas. Volume 2, Case histories / 
editors : Erik Eberhardt, Doug Stead, Tom Morrison. 
 - London :  Taylor & Francis,  2007. 
 - 2 v. :  illustrations. 
<br/><br/>Includes bibliographical references. 
<br/><br/>New trends in data collection & 3-D ground/deformation characterization -- Rock mass classification, characterization & behaviour -- Numerical modelling : continuum & discontinuum -- Numerical modelling : brittle fracture & damage -- Brittle fracture & damage mechanics -- In situ stress & stress measurement -- Laboratory testing & coupled behaviour -- Natural & engineered slopes -- Dams & hydroelectric projects -- Tunnels & deep underground excavations -- Open pit mining -- Underground mining -- Rock support, ground control & blasting -- petroleum resources & borehole geomechanics. 
<br/><br/><br/>Mode of access : World Wide Web. 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>9781439856574 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Rock mechanics--Congresses.