A New Approach to Rapid 3D Mapping of Rock Mass Structure Alparslan TURANBOY

Seydisehir Voc. Sch. of High. Educ., Selçuk University, Konya, Turkey
Erkan ÜLKER
Department of Computer Engineering, Selçuk University, Konya, Turkey
Key Words: Discontinuity, rock mass, mathematical transformation, isometric perspective, 3D mapping.
ABSTRACT: The prediction of rock mass behavior is an important task in many engineering projects, as the
behavior of rock masses can be controlled by the presence of discontinuities. Being able to map the structure
of a rock mass is crucial to understanding its potential behavior. This understanding can positively impact the
safety and efficiency of an engineering project. In this research, rock masses were mapped and analyzed using
linear mathematical transformations and isometric perspective methods to achieve meaningful three-dimensional
(3D) results. The rock mass fracture representation is based on explicit mapping of rock faces. The developed
model can improve safety and productivity through its application in the determination and analysis of rock
mass structure for geological and geotechnical assessment. Based on the methods explained here, a software
system was developed for analyzing the geometric characteristics of discontinuities in a rock mass. In this model,
discontinuities in a rock mass can be visualized both individually and in combination, and cross-sections can be
generated at any desired location. In addition, intersection lines between discontinuities can be generated as dip
direction vectors. The natural structure attained by using this developed model agrees well with field
measurements.

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