The subsurface exploration for geotechnical engineering applications in Sri Lanka is mainly based on borehole investigations. Several leading geotechnical engineering companies in the country have already done more than a ...

Assessing the influence of microstructural features on the deformation of rocks under triaxial loading is vital in rock engineering applications, aiding safe and efficient operations by predicting the deformation of rocks. ...

The deteriorating water quality of the Kelani River over time has negatively affected environmental health and sustainability. This study aims to determine the relationship between land use types and its impact on the water ...

This study presents a comprehensive analysis of the mechanical and mineralogical properties of rocks collected from Maddhapara Granite Mine (MGM) in the northern region of Bangladesh. The research focuses on the characterization ...

The global transition towards renewable energy resources for power generation has increased the demand for critical metals (CMs), including rare earth elements (REEs). This rapid growth of demand coupled with geological ...

Natural hazards represent a destructive force that poses a significant risk to human life, property, and the economy, among other aspects. The impact of natural hazards on the economy and human populations is profound. ...

It is well recognized that inherent stress concentration within a fault damage zone may lead to induced fault-slip, resulting in severe damage to underground facilities. Previous research suggests that the intensity of ...

Concrete is a vital construction material, but the rapid urbanization has led to a significant accumulation of demolished concrete, especially in developing countries. Despite efforts, only a small fraction of this concrete ...

To understand many geophysical phenomena, including ocean circulation, tectonic plate movement, and the Earth’s interior, it is important to study the Earth’s gravity field. During the past three decades, satellites have ...

Coal power plants contribute by an excess of 40% to the generation of electricity worldwide. Coal fly ash (CFA), being a dominating by-product of coal power generation, is unique due to its physicochemical properties such ...