Rockfall characterisation and structural protection: A review

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serval:BIB_B48F9CECCA2C
Type
Article: article from journal or magazin.
Collection
Publications
Institution
Title
Rockfall characterisation and structural protection: A review
Journal
Natural Hazards and Earth System Science
Author(s)
Volkwein A., Schellenberg K., Labiouse V., Agliardi F., Berger F., Bourrier F., Dorren L.K.A., Gerber W., Jaboyedoff M.
ISSN-L
1561-8633
Publication state
Published
Issued date
2011
Peer-reviewed
Oui
Volume
11
Pages
2617-2651
Language
english
Notes
Volkwein2011
Abstract
Rockfall is an extremely rapid process involving long travel distances.
Due to these features, when an event occurs, the ability to take
evasive action is practically zero and, thus, the risk of injury
or loss of life is high. Damage to buildings and infrastructure is
quite likely. In many cases, therefore, suitable protection measures
are necessary. This contribution provides an overview of previous
and current research on the main topics related to rockfall. It covers
the onset of rockfall and runout modelling approaches, as well as
hazard zoning and protection measures. It is the aim of this article
to provide an in-depth knowledge base for researchers and practitioners
involved in projects dealing with the rockfall protection of infrastructures,
who may work in the fields of civil or environmental engineering,
risk and safety, the earth and natural sciences.
Keywords
full-scale tests, modeling techniques, restraining nets, risk-assessment, regional, scale, european Alps, patch model, swiss Alps, wire mesh, hard-rock
Open Access
Yes
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