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Rock mechanics

a rock mass classification combining joint, water and stress parameters into one index used to choose tunnel support.

In rock mechanics, Q-system refers to a rock mass classification combining joint, water and stress parameters into one index used to choose tunnel support. This meaning comes from Barton (1974) in Rock Mechanics Felsmechanik Mécanique des Roches.[1]

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References

Barton, N., Lien, R., & Lunde, J. (1974). Engineering classification of rock masses for the design of tunnel support. Rock Mechanics Felsmechanik Mécanique des Roches, 6(4), 189-236. https://doi.org/10.1007/bf01239496

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