Suggested Topics

• Rockfall source identification and characterization


• Rockfall inventory and/or mapping


• Parameters’ characterization and tests


• Hazard and risk analyses


• Rockfall modeling


• Monitoring and alert systems


• Mitigation and protective measures


• Large rockfalls and rock avalanches


• Case histories

The extended abstracts received and accepted will be presented in either oral or poster format. The decision will be communicated to the presenting authors in April 2017

May 24 - Field Trip
Rockfall Management in Montserrat

• Rockfall hazard and risk characteristics in Montserrat Mountain (Sanctuary and Natural Park) and singular rockfall recent events


• Rockmass monitoring (jointmetric sensors, TLS, Total station, GbSAR)


• Rockfall protection for access infrastructures (roads and rack railway) and buildings: stabilization works and protective fences