Soil Mechanics and Subsidence in Mining Engineering

Introduction to Soil Mechanics

Soil Composition and Structure

Soil Classification Systems

Stress-Strain Behavior of Soils

Shear Strength of Soils

Mohr-Coulomb Failure Criterion

Effective Stress Principle

Soil Compaction and Compressibility

Consolidation Theory

Primary and Secondary Consolidation

Settlement Calculations

Bearing Capacity of Soils

Shallow and Deep Foundations

Lateral Earth Pressures

Retaining Wall Design

Soil Exploration and Site Investigation

Sampling Techniques and Methods

In-Situ Testing (SPT, CPT, Vane Shear)

Laboratory Testing of Soil Samples

Groundwater and Seepage Analysis

Darcy's Law and Permeability

Seepage Forces and Uplift Pressures

Dewatering Techniques in Mining

Slope Stability Analysis

Infinite Slope and Circular Failure

Planar and Wedge Failure Modes

Soil Reinforcement and Stabilization

Geosynthetics and Soil Nailing

Subsidence in Mining Operations

Causes and Mechanisms of Subsidence

Prediction and Modeling of Subsidence

Mitigation Measures for Subsidence

Surface Deformation and Tilt

Impacts on Structures and Infrastructure

Environmental Concerns and Remediation

Case Studies of Subsidence in Mining

Lessons Learned and Best Practices

Conclusion and Future Outlook