Abstract Knowledge of the mechanical behavior of planetary rocks is indispensable for
space explorations. The scarcity of pristine samples and the irregular shapes of planetary …

The exploration of Mars would heavily rely on Martian rocks mechanics and engineering
technology. As the mechanical property of Martian rocks is uncertain, it is of utmost …

Cutter spacing is one of the key factors affecting the rock breaking efficiency of Tunnel
Boring Machine (TBM). In the excavation of deep soft rock tunnels, the water content can …

Composite interbedded rock is a special geological phenomenon that occurs when layers of
rock (beds) of a given lithology lie between or alternate with other layers of a different …

Understanding the thermal effects on rock is critical for the exploration of geothermal
resources and the temperature‐driven evolution of Earth. The macroscale mechanical …

In deep energy development, the irreversible damage caused by thermal stress at high
temperatures significantly affects the physical and mechanical properties of rocks. Therefore …

Granite for hosting the deep geological repository (DGR) is subjected to thermo-hydro-
mechanical (THM) treatment for decades of years, while the variations in the tensile …

Characterizing the changes in the meso-structure of granite against thermo-hydro-
mechanical (THM) effect is of great significance to understand the variation mechanism of …

Microscopic damage and macroscopic mechanical properties of granite under the coupling
effect of thermal load and initial stress are crucial considerations for the safe construction of …

The failure of brittle rock has a significant influence on engineering stability. The purpose of
this study is to understand the progressive fracture mechanism of heterogeneous granite …