The detection and characterisation of domains of intersecting fractures are important goals
in several disciplines of current interest, including exploration and production of …

The subsurface in situ stress fields significantly influence the elastic and anisotropic
properties of rocks, yet traditional linear elastic theories often overlook the impact of stress …

Optimizing the productivity of nonconventional, low‐permeability “shale” reservoirs requires
detailed knowledge of the mechanical properties of such materials. These rocks' elastic …

Sedimentary strata typically exhibit the characteristics of transverse isotropy (VTI) with a
vertical axis of symmetry. However, fractures in sedimentary strata tend to produce …

To establish a consistent framework for seismic wave propagation that accommodates the
effects of stress changes, it is critical to take into account the different definitions of stress …

With the development of oil and gas exploration targets towards deep water and deep layer,
change of subsurface rock physical properties caused by in-situ stress can no longer be …

Understanding the stress dependence of elastic properties of rocks is important for reservoir
characterization and seismic‐hazard monitoring. Several known approaches describing this …

Fractures are commonly existing in the subsurface rocks, and understanding the seismic
anisotropy in fractured rocks is of great importance in a range of geophysical applications …

The dispersion and attenuation of seismic waves are potentially important attributes for the
non-invasive detection and characterization of fracture networks. A primary mechanism for …

Hydraulic fracturing is a key technology for the development of unconventional resources
such as shale gas. Due to the existence of numerous bedding planes, shale reservoirs can …