Volcanic Rock Mechanics

Includes papers and special lectures from the 3rd International Workshop on Volcanic Rocks, 'Rock Mechanics and Geo-Engineering in Volcanic Environments', which was held within the framework of the Congress 'Cities on Volcanoes6-Tenerife 2010' (Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife, Spain, 31 May-4 June 2010).

Volcanic Rock Mechanics includes papers and special lectures of the 3rd International Workshop on Volcanic Rocks, Rock Mechanics and Geo-Engineering in Volcanic Environments, which was held within the framework of the Congress ?Cities on Volcanoes6-Tenerife 2010? (Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife, Spain, 31 May ? 4 June 2010). The book is a comprehensive collection of the most relevant topics related to rock mechanics and geo-engineering in volcanic environments, including:- Geomechanical characterization of volcanic materials;- Instabilities in volcanic islands: Slope stability, large landslides and collapse phenomena;- Geoengineering and infrastructures in volcanic environments;- Construction materials.Volcanic Rock Mechanics is of interests to academics, engineers, consultants, designers, contractors and professionals involved in rock mechanics and geo-engineering in volcanic environments.

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