Rock Blasting and Excavation

Mechanisms of Fragmentation

Explosive Types

Explosive Properties

Detonation Process

Burden

Spacing

Charge Weight

Charge Distribution

Delay Timing

Sequencing

Vibration Prediction

Vibration Monitoring

Airblast Effects

Mitigation Measures

Pre-splitting

Cushion Blasting

Smooth Blasting

Perimeter Control

Line Drilling