The use of inclined hemisphere projections for analyzing failure mechanisms in discontinuous rocks
Authors:
M. S. Lana and M. F. A. Gripp
Affiliation:
a Department of Mining Engineering, University of Ouro Preto, Brazil
b Department of Mining Engineering, University of Minas Gerais, Brazil
Abstract:
This paper demonstrates the advantages of using inclined stereographic projections in kinematic analysis of rock blocks in discontinuous rock masses. Some examples of limiting cases are presented. The application of inclined projections is illustrated by its use in a mine slope in Brazil. It is clear from the discussion of these examples that inclined hemisphere projections provide better results than horizontal projections. It is also demonstrated that horizontal projections can lead to incorrect results in limiting cases.