AcadeMax challenges rockfall impact

- AcadeMax published experimental tests exploring how stone shape, soil type, impact velocity and mass affect rockfall forces, questioning standard impact estimations. - The research varied rock geometries and target soils to show different peak forces and energy absorption than many current rockfall models predict. - If validated, the results could change how barriers and catch fences are sized and risk-assessed for steep slopes and cuttings. (academax.com)