ABSTRACT
In the past years, there has been an emphasis on the development of more complex and sophisticated computer models in Rock Mechanics. This chapter describes the development of a Rock Mechanics information bank based on case studies. It provides geometric, geologic and rock mechanics data, as well as measurements and observations that can serve as a basis for the development of improved design criteria for construction elements. The use of computer based data aquisition systems allows for easy collection and withdrawal of information. Geology is then stored using the geometrical drawings as reference files, that is as a background. The geological information is retrieved from existing geological sections. Storage of measurements in the database allows retrieval of the data using other software for further analysis, for example graphic or statistical treatment of numerical information.
