Modelling blast vibrations
Modelling blast vibrations
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Hello,
I am working on a project where I am trying to model blast vibrations from an open pit mine and their impact on a nearby embankment. Does anybody in this forum have any experience with such a situation. ANy programs references you can suggest.
Appreciate any help in this regard.
I am working on a project where I am trying to model blast vibrations from an open pit mine and their impact on a nearby embankment. Does anybody in this forum have any experience with such a situation. ANy programs references you can suggest.
Appreciate any help in this regard.





RE: Modelling blast vibrations
Please see FAQ731-376 by VPL for tips on how to make the best use of Eng-Tips Fora.
RE: Modelling blast vibrations
A google search revealed a book "Blast vibration and control" by Charles Dowding and several programs on the EJGE site; however I am not familiar with many of them and thus want some guidance.
RE: Modelling blast vibrations
Nichols, H. R., Johnson, C. F., and Duvall, W. I., “Blasting Effects and their Effects on Structures,” Bureau of Mines Bulletin 656, 1971.
Richart, F. E., “Foundation Vibrations,” ASCE Transactions, v. 127, part I, pp. 863-898, 1962.
Richart, F. E., Hall, J. R., and Woods, R. D., Vibration of Soil and Foundations, Prentice-Hall, Englewood Cliffs, NJ, 1969.
That should keep you off the streets for awhile -
Please see FAQ731-376 by VPL for tips on how to make the best use of Eng-Tips Fora.
RE: Modelling blast vibrations
Go to my website to the Tech Talk page. There is a paper there on Construction blasting vibration (same technique for mining). It explains formulas, etc. There is also a biblio for other information.
Frank Lucca
www.terradinamica.com