A modified roughness index based on the root mean square of the first derivative and its relationship with peak shear strength of rock joints
Liren Ban, Weisheng Du, Chengzhi Qi
Topics & Concepts
Shearing (physics)Direct shear testSurface finishGeotechnical engineeringRoot mean squareShear stressSurface roughnessShear (geology)GeologyJoint (building)Materials scienceAbrasion (mechanical)Shear strength (soil)Structural engineeringComposite materialEngineeringSoil waterElectrical engineeringSoil scienceRock Mechanics and ModelingLandslides and related hazardsGeomechanics and Mining Engineering