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Journals

  1. Sahu S., Tiwari G., Sahoo JP. (2026) Random Field Based Probabilistic Analysis of Rock Tunnels along Hoek-Brown Rock Masses using Finite Element Limit Analysis. Computers and Geotechnics, Elsevier.
  2. Lawankar S., Garg P., Bharadwaj P., Tiwari G. (2026) Development and Application of Mesh Independent Non-Local Model in FLAC2D. Geotechnical Special Publications, ASCE.
  3. Kumar S., Das A., Tiwari G. (2026) A Strain Rate Enhanced Continuum Damage Model for Rocks Subjected to Dynamic Loading. Soil Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering, Elsevier.
  4. Sahu S., Sahoo JP., Tiwari G. (2026) Stability of Unlined Circular Tunnels with Surcharge in Heavily Fractured Rock Mass. ICE - Geotechnical Engineering, ICE.
  5. Kumar A., Tiwari G. (2025) A Bayesian Reliability Methodology for Rock Structures Considering Uncertainties in Random Field Characteristics with Limited Data of Rock Properties. International Journal of Rock Mechanics and Mining Sciences, Elsevier.
  6. Maurya S., Tiwari G. (2025) A Unified Inverse Reliability Methodology for Rock Structures with Varying Information Levels of Inputs Modelled via Non-Stochastic Models. Computers and Geotechnics, Elsevier.
  7. Maurya S., Tiwari G. (2025) Reliability Analysis via Non-Probabilistic Multi-Dimensional Convex Modelling of Spatially Varying and Data-Deficient Rock Properties: Theory and Generalization. Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, Springer.
  8. Lawankar S., Kumar S., Bhardwaj P., Tiwari G., Deshpande V. (2025) Dynamic Behaviour of Un-grouted and Grouted Jointed Samples of a Brittle Rock in Split Hopkinson Pressure Bar Tests: Insights from Experiments and DEM Modelling. Engineering Geology, Elsevier.
  9. Mathur G., Jha A., Tiwari G. (2025) Assessing Fracture Mechanics in Thermally Treated Uniaxial Loaded Grouted Non-Persistent Medium-Hard Rock: A Digital Image Correlation and FracPaQ Analysis. Bulletin of Engineering Geology and the Environment, Springer.
  10. Mathur G., Jha A., Tiwari G., Singh TN (2025) Dynamic Behaviour of Grouted Jointed Rock Mass to Cyclic Loading under Extreme Temperature Conditions. Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, Springer.
  11. Sahu S., Sahoo JP., Tiwari G. (2025) A Hybrid Second Order Exponential Cone Programming Based Lower Bound Finite Element Limit Analysis Framework for Rock Tunnels in Anisotropic Rock Masses. International Journal of Geomechanics, ASCE.
  12. Maurya S., Kumar A., Tiwari G. (2025) An Imprecise Hybrid Reliability Methodology for Rock Structures Considering Spatial Variations of Inputs with Mixed Uncertainties: Theory and Application. Computers and Geotechnics, Elsevier.
  13. Tiwari S., Kumar A., Tiwari G., Sharma P. (2024) An Efficient Uncertainty Analysis of Performance of Hydrogen Storage Systems. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Elsevier.
  14. Kumar A., Tiwari G. (2024) A Re-Sampling Statistics Based Imprecise Moment Independent Global Sensitivity Analysis Methodology with Limited Data of Uncorrelated and Correlated Geotechnical Properties. Structures, Elsevier.
  15. Maurya S., Tiwari G. (2024) A Convex Modelling Based Reliability Analysis of Rock Structures with Limited Data of Inputs Modelled via Alternative Uncertainty Models: Application for Rock Slopes. Computers and Geotechnics, Elsevier.
  16. Kumar A., Maurya S., Tiwari G. (2024) Reliability Analysis of Deep Tunnels in Spatially Varying Brittle Rocks using Interval and Random Field Modelling. International Journal of Rock Mechanics and Mining Sciences, Elsevier.
  17. Tiwari S., Kumar A., Gupta N., Tiwari G., Sharma P. (2024) Hydrogen Storage Systems Performance and Design Parameters using Response Surface Methods and Sensitivity Analysis. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Elsevier.
  18. Kumar S., Tiwari G., Das A. (2024) The Effect of High Temperature Treatment on the Mechanical Behaviour of Rock-Like Samples with Varying Joint Infill Conditions under Different Strain Rates. International Journal of Geomechanics, ASCE.
  19. Mathur G., Jha A., Tiwari G., Singh TN (2024) Experimental Study on Effect of Grouting and High Temperature on the Anisotropic Compressive Strength Behaviour of Soft Jointed Rocks with an Impersistent Flaw. Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering, Elsevier.
  20. Kumar A., Tiwari G. (2024) A Methodology for Imprecise Moment Independent Global Sensitivity Analysis with Limited Data of Copula Dependent Inputs: Application for Slopes. Journal of Engineering Mechanics, ASCE.
  21. Kumar S., Tiwari G., Das A. (2023) Dynamic Behaviour of Ungrouted and Grouted Rocks of Different Morphologies Containing a Flaw Subjected to Different Thermal Treatments. Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, Springer.
  22. Kumar A., Tiwari G. (2023) An Efficient Bayesian Multi-Model Framework to Analyze Reliability of Rock Structures with Limited Investigation Data. Acta Geotechnica, Springer.
  23. Kumar S., Das A., Tiwari G. (2023) A Comparative Study on the Dynamic Loading Response of Heat-Treated Soft and Medium Hard Rocks. Engineering Fracture Mechanics, Elsevier.
  24. Kumar A., Tiwari G. (2023) A Bayesian Multi-Model Inference Methodology for Imprecise Moment Independent Global Sensitivity Analysis of Rock Structures. Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering, Elsevier.
  25. Kumar S., Tiwari G., Venkitanarayanan P., Das A. (2023) Dynamic Mechanical Behaviour of Rock-like Materials with a Flaw Under Different Orientation and Infill Conditions. Bulletin of Engineering Geology and the Environment, Springer.
  26. Tiwari G., Kumar A., Latha G.M. (2023) Velocity-Weakening Tendency in Rate-Dependent Strength Behavior of Soft Rock-Like Joints. International Journal of Geomechanics, ASCE.
  27. Kumar A., Tiwari G. (2023) Bayesian Multi-Model Probabilistic Methodology for Stability Analysis of Rock Structures with Limited Data of Copula Dependent Inputs. ASCE-ASME Journal of Risk and Uncertainty in Engineering Systems, Part A: Civil Engineering, ASCE.
  28. Kumar A., Tiwari G. (2023) Reliability Assessment of Deep Excavations in Spatially Random Cohesion Weakening Friction Strengthening (CWFS) Massive Rocks: Application to Nuclear Repositories. Underground Space, Elsevier.
  29. Mehndiratta S., Singh D.K., Sawant V.A., Tiwari G. (2022) Development of Uncoupled and Coupled Approaches to Analyze the Response of Foundations Resting Over Partially Saturated Soil: Mathematical Development and Comparisons. Indian Geotechnical Journal, Springer.
  30. Bharadwaj P., Kumar A., Tiwari G. (2022) Assessing the Applicability of Local and Global Sensitivity Approaches and Their Practical Utility for Probabilistic Analysis of Rock Slope Stability Problems: Comparisons and Implication. Acta Geotechnica, Springer.
  31. Kumar A., Bharadwaj P., Tiwari G. (2022) Reliability-Based Stability Analysis of Large Rock Slopes with Different Failure Mechanisms using Response Surface Methodology. Environmental Earth Sciences, Springer.
  32. Kumar S., Tiwari G., Venkitanarayanan P., Das A. (2022) Rate-Dependent Mechanical Behaviour of Jointed Rock with an Impersistent Joint under Different Infill Conditions. Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering, Elsevier.
  33. Mathur G., Majhi V., Misra S., Tiwari G. (2022) Effect of Displacement Rates on the Mechanical Integrity of Soft-Porous Rock Analogue Containing Non-Persistent Joints/Cracks of Variable Lengths. Journal of Earth System Science, Springer.
  34. Kumar A., Tiwari G. (2021) Application of Re-Sampling Stochastic Framework for Rock Slopes Support Design with Limited Investigation Data: Slope Case Studies along an Indian Highway. Environmental Earth Sciences, Springer.
  35. Kumar A., Tiwari G. (2021) Jackknife Based Generalized Re-Sampling Reliability Approach for Analyzing Rock Slopes and Tunnels Stability Problems with Limited Data: Theory and Comparisons. Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering, Elsevier.
  36. Tiwari G., Latha G.M. (2020) Stability Analysis and Design of Stabilization Measures for Chenab Railway Bridge Rock Slopes. Bulletin of Engineering Geology and the Environment, Springer.
  37. Bhardwaj P., Tiwari G., Latha G.M., Babu G.L.S. (2019) Probabilistic Characterization of Rock Mass from Limited Laboratory Tests and Field Data: Associated Reliability Analysis and its Interpretation. Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, Springer.
  38. Tiwari G., Latha G.M. (2019) Shear Velocity Based Uncertainty Quantification for Rock Joint Shear Strength. Bulletin of Engineering Geology and the Environment, Springer.
  39. Bharadwaj P., Tiwari G., Latha G.M., Babu G.L.S. (2018) Stability Analysis of a Large Gold Mine Open Pit Slope using Advanced Probabilistic Method. Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, Springer.
  40. Tiwari G., Bhardwaj P., Latha G.M., Babu G.L.S. (2018) Analysis of Tunnel Support Requirements using Deterministic and Probabilistic Approaches in Average Quality Rock Mass. International Journal of Geomechanics, ASCE.
  41. Tiwari G., Bhardwaj P., Latha G.M., Babu G.L.S. (2017) Probabilistic Analysis of Tunnels Considering Uncertainty in Peak and Post-Peak Strength Parameters. Tunnelling and Underground Space Technology, Elsevier.
  42. Tiwari G., Latha G.M. (2017) Reliability Analysis of Jointed Rock Slope Considering Uncertainty in Peak and Residual Strength Parameters. Bulletin of Engineering Geology and the Environment, Springer.
  43. Tiwari G., Latha G.M. (2017) Reliability Analysis of a Himalayan Rock Slope Considering Uncertainty in Post Peak Strength Parameters. Geo-Risk 2017, ASCE.
  44. Tiwari G., Latha G.M. (2016) Design of Rock Slope Reinforcement: An Himalayan Case Study. Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, Springer.
  45. Tiwari G., Latha G.M. (2016) Design of Stable Rock Slopes for the World’s Highest Railway Bridge. Geo-Chicago 2016, ASCE.
  46. Tiwari G., Samadhiya N.K. (2015) Factors Influencing the Distribution of Peak Tension in Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil Slopes. Indian Geotechnical Journal, Springer.

Conference Publications

  1. Maurya S., Tiwari G. (2024) A Super-Ellipsoid Convex Model-Based Reliability Analysis of Rock Tunnel with Rock Properties Modelled via Mixed Uncertainty Models Based on Available Data. ASCE Engineering Mechanics Institute International Conference, Vienna, Austria.
  2. Sahu S., Sahoo J.P., Tiwari G. (2024) Stability of Unlined Circular Tunnel in Layered Rock Masses. ASCE Engineering Mechanics Institute International Conference, Vienna, Austria.
  3. Lawankar S., Tiwari G. (2024) Numerical Simulation of Flaw Inclination Effects on Rock-Like Specimen Behavior using UDEC. Eurock-2024, Alicante, Spain.
  4. Anand A., Tiwari G. (2024) A Comparative Analysis of Reliability Approaches for Support Estimation for Structurally Controlled Rock Slope Failure. Eurock-2024, Alicante, Spain.
  5. Maurya S., Tiwari G. (2023) A Hybrid Reliability Methodology for Rock Tunnel Stability Analysis Coupled with Polymorphic Uncertainty Modelling of Rock Properties. NUMGE-2023, Imperial College London.
  6. Kumar A., Tiwari G. (2023) Imprecise Moment-Independent Global Sensitivity Analysis of Rock Slope using Bayesian Multi-Model Inference. NUMGE-2023, Imperial College London.
  7. Sahu S., Sahu J.P., Tiwari G. (2023) Stability Assessment of Dual Circular Tunnels with Different Diameters along Hoek-Brown Rock Masses. NUMGE-2023, Imperial College London.
  8. Kumar S., Das A., Tiwari G. (2023) A Visco-Plastic Model to Analyse the Impact Loading Response in Synthetic Rock. Dynamic Behavior of Soft and Hard Materials: Proceedings of 13th International Symposium on Plasticity and Impact Mechanics 2022, IIT Madras.
  9. Kumar S., Tiwari G., Das A. (2022) Experimental Assessment of Dynamic Loading Response of Grouted Non-Persistent Jointed Rock. Eurock 2022 - Rock and Fracture Mechanics in Rock Engineering and Mining - an ISRM Regional Symposium, Espoo, Finland.
  10. Kumar A., Tiwari G. (2022) A Multi Model Bayesian Reliability Analysis for a Rock Slope to Counter Data Insufficiency. Eurock 2022 - Rock and Fracture Mechanics in Rock Engineering and Mining - an ISRM Regional Symposium, Espoo, Finland.
  11. Tiwari G., Latha G.M., Rao V.R. (2014) Finite Element Study of a Rock Slope using Continuum-Interface Approach. National Conference on Geo-Innovations, Bangalore, India.
  12. Tiwari G., Latha G.M. (2014) Stability Analysis of an Anchored Rock Slope Against Plane Failure by FEM. Indian Geotechnical Conference (IGC-2014), Kakinada, India.
  13. Tiwari G., Samadhiya N.K., Pain A. (2013) Stress-Strain Distribution within Geosynthetic Reinforced Slopes: A Parametric Study. Indian Geotechnical Conference (IGC-2013), Roorkee, India.
  14. Tiwari G., Samadhiya N.K., Pain A. (2013) Stress-Strain Distribution within Geosynthetic Reinforced Slopes: A Parametric Study. Indorock-2013, Roorkee, India.

Book Chapters

  1. Kumar S., Das A., Tiwari G. (2024) A Visco-Damage-Plastic Model to Analyze the Impact Loading Response in Synthetic Rock. Springer Proceedings in Materials, Volume 34, Pages 415–422.

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