Authors: Holzer, R., Laho, M., Wagner, P. , Bednarik, M. et al. | Year of publication: 2009

Data core: Dynamic relational database of rock and semi-rock properties

The application processes the basic attributes and characteristics of the rock environment in a unified way, which are key to its engineering-geological behavior. It represents an invaluable source of data for solving engineering-geological, geotechnical, construction and mining tasks, as well as for experts from related disciplines who evaluate the rock environment from specific aspects.

⏳ Long-term research and data scope

The content of the atlas is the result of systematic data collection, which has been ongoing since the 1960s:

  • The research was carried out at more than 250 locations throughout Slovakia.

  • In summary and the application processes the final data from 146 selected locations in detail.

💻 Benefits of a relational database

The transition to a modern relational database brings fundamental technical advantages to geoportal users:

  • Repeated analyses: Almost unlimited possibilities for ongoing calculations using newly added data.

  • System flexibility: Possibility of operational adjustment of the structure and content of the database according to the needs of practice.

  • Open system: The atlas does not serve only as a static archive, but forms a reliable and living basis for the further development of research in the field of engineering geology.

📖 Citation of the work:

HOLZER, R. – LAHO, M. – WAGNER, P. – BEDNARIK, M. et al.: Engineering geological atlas of rocks [online]. Bratislava: Dionýz Štúr State Geological Institute, 2012. Available online: https://app.geology.sk/igatlasg.

📅 About the application

Application launch: 05/2012