Natural Phenomena
- 1st Edition, Volume 14A - January 1, 1982
- Imprint: Elsevier Science
- Editor: Barry Voight
- Language: English
- Hardback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 4 - 4 1 5 0 7 - 3
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 4 - 5 9 6 4 2 - 0
Developments in Geotechnical Engineering, Vol. 14A: Rockslides and Avalanches, 1: Natural Phenomena focuses on attempts to provide a foundation for studies of mass movement… Read more
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Request a sales quoteDevelopments in Geotechnical Engineering, Vol. 14A: Rockslides and Avalanches, 1: Natural Phenomena focuses on attempts to provide a foundation for studies of mass movement phenomena in the Western Hemisphere. The selection first elaborates on Albert Heim's observations on landslides and relevance to modern interpretations, Frank rockslide in Alberta, Canada, and Lower Gros Ventre slide in Wyoming, U.S.A. Discussions focus on geologic environment, events triggered by rise and fall of slide lake level, description of slide mass and zone of detachment, stability analysis, travel distance of sturzstrom deposits, and geometry of the Elm sturzstrom deposits. The publication then takes a look at Madison Canyon rockslide in Montana, U.S.A., Little Tahoma Peak rockfalls and avalanches in Mount Rainier, Washington, U.S.A., Sherman Glacier rock avalanche in Alaska, U.S.A., and Nevados Huascaran avalanches in Peru. Topics include rockslide kinematics, associated seismic activity, meteorological and hydrological conditions, mode of emplacement of other Alaskan rock avalanches, and applicability of mechanical fluidization to other rock avalanches. The text examines the mechanics of glacier movement, dynamics of snow avalanches, failure of snow slopes, and role of gravity in plate tectonics. The selection is a valuables reference for researchers wanting to study further rockslides and avalanches.
Preface
List of Contributors
Selected SI Conversion Factors
Rockslides and Avalanches: An Introduction
Classic Rockslides and Avalanches
Prehistoric Mass Movements
Rock Creep, Scale Effects and Related Questions
Mass Movement of Snow and Ice
References
Dedication
Chapter 1. Albert Heim: Observations on Landslides and Relevance to Modern Interpretations
Introduction
The Elm Event
Geometry of the Elm Sturzstrom Deposit
Travel Distance of Sturzstrom Deposits
Flow of Cohesionless Grains
Speed of the Elm Sturzstrom
Presentation of Alternative Views
Sliding and Flowing?
Sturzstroms on the Moon?
Conclusions
References
Classic Rockslides and Avalanches
Chapter 2. Frank Rockslide, Alberta, Canada
Abstract
Introduction
History of Investigation
Geology of Turtle Mountain
Stability Analysis
Discussion
Acknowledgements
References
Chapter 3. Lower Gros Ventre Slide, Wyoming, U.S.A
Abstract
Introduction
Geologic Environment
Geotechnical Property Investigations
Chronicle of Slide Events
Description of Slide Mass and Zone of Detachment
Events Triggered by Rise and Fall of Slide Lake Level
On Kinematic Models, Rheology, and Boundary Conditions
Acknowledgements
References
Chapter 4. Madison Canyon Rockslide, Montana, U.S.A
Abstract
Introduction
Geologic and Climatic Setting
Surface Features of the Slide Area
Composition of the Slide Mass
Movement of the Slide
Airmass Entrapment
Causes and Mechanics of Slide Movement
References
Chapter 5. Little Tahoma Peak Rockfalls and Avalanches, Mount Rainier, Washington, U.S.A
Abstract
Introduction
Geographic and Geologic Setting
Rockfalls and Debris Avalanches
Description of Avalanche Deposits
Movement and Velocity of Avalanches
References
Chapter 6. Sherman Glacier Rock Avalanche, Alaska, U.S.A
Abstract
Introduction
The Sherman Glacier Rock Avalanche
Mode of Emplacement of Other Alaskan Rock Avalanches
Applicability of Mechanical Fluidization to Other Rock Avalanches
Summary
Acknowledgements
Appendix
References
Chapter 7. Hope Rockslides, British Columbia, Canada
Abstract
Introduction
Geological Description
Meteorological and Hydrological Conditions
Associated Seismic Activity
Description of the 1965 Slide
Rockslide Kinematics
Energy Dissipation
Discussion
Acknowledgements
References
Chapter 8. Nevados Huascaran Avalanches, Peru
Abstract
Introduction
The 1970 Avalanche
The 1962 Avalanche
The Pre-Columbian Avalanche
Discussion
Acknowledgements
References
Chapter 9. Mayunmarca Rockslide and Debris Flow, Peru
Abstract
Introduction
General Setting
The Catastrophe of 25 April 1974
Consequential Events
Acknowledgements
References
Large-Scale Prehistoric Mass Movements
Chapter 10. Downie Slide, Columbia River, British Columbia, Canada
Abstract
Introduction
Physical Features of the Slide
Geological Conditions of the Slide
Hydrology
Slope Indicator Surveys
Seismic Surveys
Rock Noise Surveys
Field Surveys to Monitor Surface Movement
Earth Tremors and Seismoscope Measurements
Origin and Kinematics of the Slide
Acknowledgements
References
Chapter 11. Bearpaw Mountains Rockslide, Montana, U.S.A
Abstract
Introduction
Analytical Methods, Geometry and Model Data
Stability Analysis
Conclusions
Acknowledgements
References
Chapter 12. Heart Mountain Fault and Absaroka Volcanism, Wyoming and Montana, U.S.A
Abstract
Introduction
The Rocks
General Structural Relations
Intrusive Rocks and Contact Metamorphism
Post-Slide Volcanism
Mechanism of Heart Mountain Deformation
References
Chapter 13. Dakota Group Rockslides, Northern Front Range, Colorado, U.S.A.
Abstract
Introduction
Description of Landslides
Age of Landslides
Mechanics of Landslides
Discussion
Appendix
References
Chapter 14. Blackhawk Landslide, California, U.S.A
Abstract
Introduction
Geology
Mechanics of Runout
Closing Comments
Acknowledgements
References
Chapter 15. Transported Rocks of the Taconide Zone, Eastern North America
Abstract
Introduction
Regional Relationships
Mechanics of Emplacement
Discussion
Acknowledgements
References
Chapter 16. Submarine Slides
Abstract
Introduction
The Seismic Profiling Method: Advantages and Limitations
Classification and Scale of Slides
The Environment of Submarine Slides
Submarine Slides in the Literature
Characteristics of Large Submarine Slides: Classification and Geological Significance
Conclusions
Acknowledgements
References
Rock Creep, Scale Effects and Related Questions
Chapter 17. Gravitational Creep of Rock Masses on Slopes
Abstract
Introduction
Examples
Discussion
Economic Significance
Acknowledgements
References
Chapter 18. Incremental Movement of a Rockslide
Abstract
Introduction
Rainbow Avenue Slide, Highland Park
Mechanism of Movement
Acknowledgements
References
Chapter 19. Simulation of Slope Creep
Abstract
Introduction
Constitutive Relationships and Material Behavior
Solution Methods
Application of the Finite Element Method to Slope Creep
Conclusions
Acknowledgements
References
Chapter 20. Scale-Dependent Rockslide Mechanisms, with Emphasis on the Role of Pore Fluid Vaporization
Abstract
Introduction
Similitude in Some Rotational Slides
Mechanical Problems Involving Large Landslides
The Scale Effect in Avalanches
Discussion
Appendix
References
Chapter 21. Role of Gravity in Plate Tectonics
Abstract
Introduction
Plate Tectonics and Sea-Floor Spreading
The Gravitational Mechanism of Plate Tectonics
Mechanisms of Plate Tectonics and Rockslides: A Comparison
Acknowledgements
References
Mass Movement of Snow and Ice
Chapter 22. Failure of Snow Slopes
Abstract
Introduction
The Mountain Snowpack
Stress and Failure Analysis of Snow
Slab Avalanche Observations
Release Mechanisms
References
Chapter 23. Dynamics of Snow Avalanches
Abstract
Introduction
Avalanche Types
Slide Initiation
Types of Motion
Analysis of Avalanche Motion
Dynamic Forces Imposed by Avalanches and Associated Winds
Conclusions
References
Chapter 24. Mechanics of Glacier Movement
Abstract
Introduction
General Behavior of Glaciers
Behavior of Ice
Internal Deformation in Glaciers
Sliding of Glaciers
Large-Scale Behavior
Acknowledgements
References
- Edition: 1
- Volume: 14A
- Published: January 1, 1982
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- Imprint: Elsevier Science
- Language: English
- Hardback ISBN: 9780444415073
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