Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this Rock Bolt Design Calculator (the "Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provisions of this agreement. If you do not agree to these Terms of Service, please do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

The Service provides geotechnical engineering calculation tools based on Australian Standards (AS4678-2002, AS5100), including:

• Bar-Grout interface capacity calculations
• Grout-Rock interface capacity calculations
• Working load determination for rock bolts
• Bond length calculations
• Batch calculation capabilities for multiple scenarios
• Reference charts and educational materials

3. User Accounts and Registration

To access certain features of the Service, you must register for an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
• Maintain and promptly update your account information
• Maintain the security of your password and account
• Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

4. Acceptable Use

You agree NOT to:

• Use the Service for any illegal purpose or in violation of any laws
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service or related systems
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any aspect of the Service
• Remove any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices
• Use the Service to develop competing products or services
• Share your account credentials with others
• Upload malicious code, viruses, or harmful content

5. Intellectual Property

Software Ownership: The Service, including all content, features, functionality, software code, user interface, and design, is owned by Geotechnical Designs Australia and is protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Australian Standards Methodology: This calculator implements design methodologies based on Australian Standards AS4678-2002 and AS5100. The mathematical methodology is used in accordance with established geotechnical engineering practice. Our proprietary implementation, software code, and user interface are our exclusive intellectual property.

Your Data: You retain ownership of all input data and calculation results you create using the Service. We may use anonymized, aggregated data for service improvement.

6. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

7. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless our company, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Service
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Any engineering decisions or designs based on Service outputs

8. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

Governing Law: These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New South Wales, Australia, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Jurisdiction: You irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New South Wales, Australia, for the resolution of any disputes.

9. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, billing inquiries, technical support, or other matters, please contact us:

Business Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM AEST (excluding public holidays)