Guest Editors:
Dr. Jiawen Zhou (Sichuan University, China)
jwzhou@scu.edu.cn
Dr. Yaoru Liu (Tsinghua University, China)
liuyaoru@tsinghua.edu.cn
Dr. Huanling Wang (Hohai University, China)
wanghuanling@hhu.edu.cn
Recent advancements in rock mechanics for hydropower engineering have highlighted the critical importance of understanding rock mass behavior under complex geological and engineering conditions. From high-dam foundations to ultra-long underground tunnels, the integration of state-of-the-art experimental techniques, cutting-edge numerical modelling, and real-time monitoring technologies has become pivotal for addressing the multifaceted challenges of modern hydropower and hydroelectric projects.
Innovations such as digital twin technology, AI-driven predictive modelling, and big data analytics are redefining the traditional paradigm, enabling more efficient, resilient, and sustainable designs while enhancing current disaster prevention and mitigation strategies. Meanwhile, new materials, methods, and equipment are pushing the boundaries of what is achievable in rock mechanics, offering robust solutions for high slopes, deep caverns, and other critical infrastructure.
In line with the themes of the 9th Hydraulic Rock Mechanics Conference (https://www.hrmc2025.com/), to be held at Chengdu on 9–11 May 2025, we are pleased to invite submissions for a Special Issue of Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering. This symposium aims to showcase the latest research, interdisciplinary approaches, and technological breakthroughs that bridge the gap between micro-scale rock mass properties and their macro-scale engineering applications in hydropower and hydroelectric projects.
Topics of Interest
We welcome submissions on (but not limited to) the following topics:
Submission and Participation
While we strongly encourage participants of the 9th Hydraulic Rock Mechanics Conference to submit manuscripts inspired by the event’s discussions, contributions are also welcome from all researchers working in related fields. This special issue seeks to provide a dynamic platform for advancing knowledge, fostering innovation, and inspiring cross-disciplinary collaboration to address pressing challenges in hydraulic rock mechanics and rock engineering.
Instructions for Authors
Manuscripts can be submitted via the journal website, and please do not forget to select the special issue HRMC2025 when you select the article type as follows:
Submission Deadline: 31 May 2025
For more information about this special issue or enquiries regarding submission, please contact Dr. Jiawen Zhou [jwzhou@scu.edu.cn].