A Review on Rock burst Phenomenon-Theories, Mechanism Forecasting and Classification

Rock burst is a dynamic-static geological disaster affect deep underground mines and mining activities around the world .Deep rock-structures(tunnels), coal mines, deep metallic and non-metallic mines are affecting due to this sudden disaster. It is a catastrophic phenomenon in underground engineering and deep mining problem; had become a scientific problem which has to be tackled so; is important to investigate causes and aided factors favorable for rock burst. This paper is a result of comprehensive study on rock burst phenomenon in different countries have different geological conditions and at variable depths. This study covers rock burst concepts, theories, mechanism, causes, factors, types, favorable conditions, rock burst damage and impacts, regarding rock burst. This review would be helpful to study and understand the concepts and achievements in the field of rock burst by researchers.