ABSTRACT

This study presents the fundamental principles of the theory of modelling with equivalent materials. Recommendations are given for the computation and development of models as well as planning and conduction of experiments. Experimentation, techniques adopted for measurement of pressure, stress & strain as well as the methods employed for predicting geomechanical processes during mining for minerals.

part I|122 pages

Theory, Method and Technique of Modelling

chapter 1|19 pages

Theoretical Principles of the Method

chapter 2|29 pages

Construction and Testing of Models

chapter 3|29 pages

Equivalent Materials

chapter 4|26 pages

Measurements on Models 1

chapter 5|17 pages

Planning Experimental Investigations