SMR Geomechanics and Kinematic Analysis near Rasulpur, Fatehpur Sikri, Uttar Pradesh

A geomechanical and kinematic analysis of sandstone slopes at Rasulpur, Fatehpur Sikri, Uttar Pradesh, reveals that the slopes fall within good stability classes (2a and 2b) according to the SMR Geomechanics classification. However, the study identifies a potential risk of toppling failures due to structurally controlled joint sets, which could pose hazards during excavation. To mitigate these risks, the researchers recommend implementing safety measures such as rock bolting and the installation of nets during excavation. This analysis combines field investigations with laboratory tests to assess slope stability, providing actionable insights for safer mining practices in the region.

Mondal, M. E. A., Siddique, T., Mondal, B., & Alam, M. M. (2016). SMR Geomechanics and Kinematic Analysis near Rasulpur, Fatehpur Sikri, Uttar Pradesh. Journal of the Geological Society of India, 87(5), 623–627. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12594-016-0436-3