Description

A method of controlling blast vibrations other than by
modifying the scaled distance came into use some time ago. The crucial point of the methodology
is the use of a pilot-blast signal which takes account of the seismic properties of all complex
geology between the blast and the target locations. Therefore, it does not require any geological
model or assumption. The analysis illustrates how the delay interval between blast-holes can be
chosen to control and minimize the vibration energy within the structural response band of most
houses.