The use of dynamic computational methods has become indispensable for the assessment
of rockfall hazards and the quantification of uncertainties. Although a substantial number of …

Sound knowledge of the spatial and temporal patterns of rockfalls is fundamental for the
management of this very common hazard in mountain environments. Process‐based, three …

Many slopes in the Alps are prone to rockfall and forests play a vital role in protecting objects
such as (rail) roads and infrastructure against rockfall. Decision support tools are required to …

On forested talus slopes which have been build up by rockfall, a strong interaction exists
between the trees and the falling rocks. While the presence and density of vegetation have a …

The spatial and temporal quantification of rockfall frequency remains a major challenge in
mountain environments, especially also in terms of rockfall management. Approaches that …

Forests are multi-functional ecosystems, but a major function is not well taken into account:
the protective function against rockfall risks. Its why research institutes (dealing with …

Only a few rockfall simulation models take into account the mitigating effect of existing forest
cover. The objective of our study was to improve the generic rockfall simulation model …

We used one of the few rockfall models explicitly taking trees into account and compared the
results obtained with the 3D simulation model RockyFor with empirical data on tree impacts …

Adequate management of a mountain forest that protects downslope areas against impacts
of rockfall requires insight into the dynamics of the hillslope environment. Therefore, we …

Many forests in the Alps are acknowledged for protecting objects, such as (rail) roads,
against rockfall. However, there is a lack of knowledge on efficient silvicultural strategies and …