Subjectivity associated to the use of rock mass classification in stability analysis of caverns

Abstract Q and RMR systems of rock mass classifications are widely used around the world to characterize rock mass quality and to estimate preliminary rock support for underground structures like tunnels and caverns. Despite being widely used, the ratings given in these classification systems are hi...

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Main Authors: Sailesh Adhikari, Krishna Kanta Panthi, Chhatra Bahadur Basnet
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2025-07-01
Series:Scientific Reports
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-05055-4
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