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ISSN: 2949-7418
CN: 21-1620/O3
p-ISSN: 2097-5767

Application of the analytical hierarchy process (AHP) for flood susceptibility mapping using GIS techniques in lower reach of Keleghai River Basin, West Bengal, India

Flooding is one of the most devastating quasi-natural hazards in Southeast Asian monsoon region. The recent study aims to define the flood risk zones (FRZ) by using the multi criteria evaluation (MCE)...

Analysis of coal mine safety accident features in China, 2017–2022

Coal-related accidents are prevalent in China, often attributed to the intricate geology and challenging working conditions of mines. This study seeks to determine the patterns of these accidents by...

Identification of landslide susceptibility zone using GIS and remote sensing based multi-criteria decision analysis method in Telemt District, Ethiopia

Landslides are highly destructive geohazard that occurs in various parts of the world, leading to environmental damage, loss of human lives, and destruction of properties. This study employed a multicriteria...

Enhancing disaster management effectiveness: An integrated analysis of key factors and practical strategies through Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) and scopus data text mining

In the 21st century, the surge in natural and human-induced disasters necessitates robust disaster management frameworks. This research addresses a critical gap, exploring dynamics in the successful...

Liquefaction vulnerability across seismic zones of India: A critical review of geohazard risk

This paper presents a comprehensive review of earthquake-induced soil liquefaction hazards across various regions of India, emphasizing their connection with major seismic geohazards. India, with a...

Geological and hydrological study of a deep-seated toppling using time-lapse electrical resistivity tomography

The toppling stability is influenced by hydrogeology. However, the correlation between toppling and groundwater is complex and remains poorly be understood compared to the relationship between slides...

Landslide susceptibility assessment of Western Ghats of Karnataka region in India: A case study of Ankola landslide

Recurring and frequent landslides in the Western Ghats of India pose major socio-economic challenges by interrupting the infrastructure development and daily life. The present study evaluates the landslide...

Fracture evolution of deep coals in true tri-axial hydraulic fracturing experiment

Deeper exploitation of coal resources faces higher possibility of rockburst and mining earthquake. Hydraulic fracturing (HF) proved to be an effective solution in coal mines but its monitoring and evaluation...

Artificial intelligence in tunnel construction: A comprehensive review of hotspots and frontier topics

Application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in tunnel construction has the potential to transform the industry by improving efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness. This paper presents a comprehensive...

Leveraging remote sensing data with AHP and geospatial analysis for landslide susceptibility hotspot assessment in Bandarban of Bangladesh

In the 21st century, climate change has exacerbated global instability, leading to a rise in landslide occurrences. In Bangladesh, mountainous areas such as Bandarban experience significant landslides...

Monitoring of surface subsidence disasters and evolution laws caused by multiple mining activities in coal mines based on SBAS-InSAR

In underground coal mining, surface subsidence disasters are likely to be induced. Especially, under the condition of multi-seam mining, the movement characteristics of the overlying strata are more...

Geotechnical and geophysical studies for the cause of landslide in Lesalso, Laelay Maichew Wereda, northern Ethiopia

The northern highlands of Ethiopia often experience slope failures triggered by rainfall. Landslides are common in Lesalso, Laelay Maichew Wereda, northern Ethiopia, causing destruction to homes, crops,...

Earthquake prediction based on time series decomposition and deep learning

Earthquakes are extremely destructive natural disasters, and accurately forecasting earthquakes is of great significance in reducing losses caused by earthquakes. To improve the accuracy of earthquake...

Instability prevention and control of waste dump slopes with different consolidation degrees under the influence of rainfall

The stability and management of waste dump slopes are pivotal research topics in geotechnical engineering and have long posed central challenges in coal mine ecological restoration. Controlling the...

Roof bolting and underground roof falls

Roof bolting has been used in underground entry (roadway) support in U.S. coal mines since the Coal Mine Health and Safety Act of 1969 (US Congress, 1977) recognized roof bolting as the only means of...

An assessment of earthquake vulnerability by multi-criteria decision-making method

Earthquake is one of the most destructive catastrophes in Bangladesh and the evaluation of vulnerability is a prerequisite for the earthquake risk estimation. As a result, determining vulnerability...

Investigation of the instability of surrounding rock deformation in deep roadway: From the perspective of stress-driven crack evolution and plastic zone extension

Instability of surrounding rock in deep roadways is a key issue in the research on safe and sustainable mining in coal mines. The development of rock cracks and the expansion of plastic zones directly...

Effects of excavation geometry in energy evolution in underground mines

With mines reaching into greater depth, problems with violent failures become more prevalent, such as rockbursts. To assess the potential for such occurrences, understanding energy dynamics is crucial....

Application of convolutional neural networks for rock stability identification and failure time prediction

The identification of rock stability and the prediction of failure time are crucial for the early warning and prevention of sudden geological disasters such as landslides and collapses. To address these...

Assessment of seismic retrofitting interventions in reinforced concrete structures

Destruction of reinforced concrete (RC) structures, particularly non-ductile RC structures, in recent earthquakes demonstrate their vulnerability under lateral forces generated in an earthquake. Despite...

Grouting optimization for tunnel water-inrush disaster mitigation in jointed rock masses using discrete fracture network modeling

Groundwater flow in fractured rock masses, governed by discrete fracture networks (DFNs), critically impacts tunnel engineering safety. This study addresses water-inrush disasters by proposing a DFN-based...

Rockburst failure characteristics of sandstone under true triaxial double-sided rapid unloading conditions under high pressure

To explore the evolution process and failure characteristics of rockburst in rock masses with a double free surface structure, we conducted a comparative study between true triaxial double-face rapid...

Assessment of ultra-high tensile-strength polyurea for underground roof fall support: Insights from work of adhesion

Underground mining often faces the threat of roof fall disaster. As a new type of supporting technology, thin spray-on liner (TSL) has gained an increasing attention in underground mining due to its...

Hardrock burst mechanisms and management strategies

Rockbursts occur as a direct consequence of underground mining or civil excavation. The general scale of their seismic disturbance and consequences depend upon known factors. However, uncertainty remains...

Complex analysis of GPR signals to control contact zone of concrete lining and rock mass

Nondestructive sensing technologies are essential for assessing the condition and structural integrity of concrete linings and their surrounding rock. This study utilized ground-penetrating radar (GPR...

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