Snow Mechanics

Snow mechanics refers to the study of how snow behaves and interacts with its environment, including its formation, stability, and movement. It involves understanding the physical properties of snow—such as strength, structure, and how it responds to stress—affected by factors like temperature, moisture, and load. This knowledge helps predict snow stability, assess avalanche risks, and inform safe winter activities and infrastructure design. Essentially, snow mechanics analyzes how snowpack conditions can change and what risks they pose, enabling better safety measures and management in snowy environments.