In this paper an analytical methodology is presented to evaluate rock slope stability under seismic conditions by considering the geomechanical and topographic properties of a slope.

Purpose of the commentaryThe Commentary has been prepared to:• Provide background notes to explain the reasons for adopting theprovisions of the guideline.• Elaborate on some parts of the guideline• Provide references for additional reading.The commentary ...

<p>The precise determination of point coordinates with conventional Global Positioning System (GPS) techniques often required observation times of one to several hours. In the last few years, new GPS methods have been developed (among them, the fast-static ...