Rock Drilling

Definition

Rock drilling is the act or process of boring holes into rock.

Purpose

The purpose of rock drilling is to create holes for various applications, such as installing rock anchors, mining, exploration, tunneling, and foundation construction, facilitating the insertion of structural supports or extraction of materials.

Examples of Use

• In mining, rock drilling is used to create blast holes for the extraction of minerals.
• Construction projects use rock drilling to install rock anchors for stabilizing structures.
• Geological surveys use rock drilling to obtain core samples for analysis.

Related Terms

• Core Drilling: A method of drilling that extracts a cylindrical core of material.
• Percussion Drilling: A drilling technique that uses repeated impacts to break rock.
• Rotary Drilling: A method that uses a rotating drill bit to bore through rock.

Notes

Rock drilling requires specialized equipment and techniques to efficiently and safely penetrate hard rock formations, often involving high-powered drills and advanced technology.