Forests are multi-functional ecosystems, but a major function is not well taken into account: the protective function against rockfall risks. Its why research institutes (dealing with mountain forest management and risk assessment) and private companies (working ...

<p>Traditional methods of rockfall mitigation on most railroad track systems involve placing a trip wire or slide fence near the track to signal dispatch operators of a possible problem. This low-cost approach requires train dispatchers to have the track surveyed ...