Applied structural geology – case studies of underground constructions and rockslides / Прикладная структурная геология – тематические исследования подземных сооружений и обрушение горных пород

An understanding of the structural elements in the sub-surface is of great importance when establishing new constructions in bedrock, or surveying areas prone to rockslides. In this thesis the focus has been on combining methods within geology, structural geology, geophysics and engineering geology to reach an interdisciplinary understanding and predict sub-surface structures. Geological feasibility studies for tunnel projects are a good aid to foresee areas of construction problems, such as stability and/or water leakage. With cooperation and advanced use of methods, cost efficiency and reduction in in-situ problem solving may be reached. Landslides have become a center of attention in the recent years, and with the increasing effect of climate changes the need for surveying will enhance. The thesis is based on case studies, where two are concerning tunnel constructions, two are based on the Åknes rockslide in western Norway and one is a laboratory testing of fault rock specimens collected in connection with rockslides. <...>