Loading rate and mineralogical controls on tensile strength of rocks: a machine learning view

J Tie, W Meng, M Wei, W Wu - Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, 2023 - Springer
Highlights Machine learning models show the effects of loading rate and mineralogical
composition on rock tensile strength. Difference between the indirect and direct tensile …

Mechanical response and failure mechanism of circular inclusion embedded in brittle materials under dynamic impact

R Zhao, M Tao, S Wang, T Tao, C Wu - International Journal of Impact …, 2024 - Elsevier
Inclusions are prevalent in both natural and synthetic materials. Gaining a comprehensive
understanding of their dynamic response and interaction with the surrounding matrix is …

[HTML][HTML] A temperature gradient test system for investigating thermo-mechanical responses of containment materials of underground storage facilities

W Wu, D Lu, A Romagnoli - Rock Mechanics Bulletin, 2023 - Elsevier
Underground energy storage is a promising option for the global ambition of moving towards
carbon neutrality. To achieve safe and reliable energy storage in underground caverns, it is …

Evolution of rock brittleness under mechanical and thermal effects

L Wang - 2023 - dr.ntu.edu.sg
Understanding rock brittleness plays an essential role in controlling the drilling and cutting
efficiency in rock engineering for construction and energy applications. Numerous …

[PDF][PDF] Thermo-mechanical responses of containment materials for geoenvironmental applications

D Lu, W Wu - 2023 - publishing.argo-e.com
Underground space is a safe and reliable option for large-scale, cryogenic energy storage in
industrial and commercial areas. In the design and operation of underground storage …