Coupled Thermo-Hydro-Mechanical Processes in Fractured Rock Masses
Coupled Thermo-Hydro-Mechanical Processes in Fractured Rock Masses:
Discrete Element Modeling and Engineering Applications
English | 2023 | ISBN: 3031257863 | 520 Pages | PDF EPUB (True) | 118 MB
Discrete Element Modeling and Engineering Applications
English | 2023 | ISBN: 3031257863 | 520 Pages | PDF EPUB (True) | 118 MB
The subject of thermo-hydro-mechanical coupled processes in fractured rock masses has close relevance to energy-related deep earth engineering activities, such as enhanced geothermal systems, geological disposal of radioactive waste, sequestration of CO2, long-term disposal of waste water and recovery of hydrocarbons from unconventional reservoirs. Despite great efforts by engineers and researchers, comprehensive understanding of the thermo-hydro-mechanical coupled processes in fractured rock mass remains a great challenge. The discrete element method (DEM), originally developed by Dr. Peter Cundall, has become widely used for the modeling of a rock mass, including its deformation, damage, fracturing and stability. DEM modeling of the coupled thermo-hydro-mechanical processes in fractured rock masses can provide some unique insights, to say the least, for better understanding of those complex issues.