Brittle Deformation Of Solid And Granular Materials With Applications To Mechanics Of Earthquakes And Faults

Author : Yehuda Ben-Zion,Charles Sammis
Publisher : Birkhäuser
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2012-02-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 3034802536

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Brittle Deformation of Solid and Granular Materials with Applications to Mechanics of Earthquakes and Faults by Yehuda Ben-Zion,Charles Sammis Pdf

Earthquake fault zones exhibit hierarchical damage and granular structures with evolving geometrical and material properties. Understanding how repeated brittle deformation form the structures and how the structures affect subsequent earthquakes is a rich problem involving coupling of various processes that operate over broad space and time scales. The diverse state-of-the-art papers collected here show how insight can come from many fields including statistical physics, structural geology and rock mechanics at large scales; elasticity, friction and nonlinear continuum mechanics at intermediate scales; and fracture mechanics, granular mechanics and surface physics at small scales. This volume will be useful to students and professional researchers from Earth Sciences, Material Sciences, Engineering, Physics and other disciplines, who are interested in the properties of natural fault zones and the processes that occur between and during earthquakes.

Author : Marion Y. Thomas,Thomas M. Mitchell,Harsha S. Bhat
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2017-06-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781119156918

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Fault Zone Dynamic Processes by Marion Y. Thomas,Thomas M. Mitchell,Harsha S. Bhat Pdf

Earthquakes are some of the most dynamic features of the Earth. This multidisciplinary volume presents an overview of earthquake processes and properties including the physics of dynamic faulting, fault fabric and mechanics, physical and chemical properties of fault zones, dynamic rupture processes, and numerical modeling of fault zones during seismic rupture. This volume examines questions such as: • What are the dynamic processes recorded in fault gouge? • What can we learn about rupture dynamics from laboratory experiments? • How do on-fault and off-fault properties affect seismic ruptures? • How do fault zones evolve over time? Fault Zone Dynamic Processes: Evolution of Fault Properties During Seismic Rupture is a valuable resource for scientists, researchers and students from across the geosciences interested in the earthquakes processes.

Author : Xiang-chu Yin,Peter Mora,Andrea Donnellan,Mitsuhiro Matsu'ura
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 310 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2007-12-03
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783764379926

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Computational Earthquake Physics: Simulations, Analysis and Infrastructure, Part I by Xiang-chu Yin,Peter Mora,Andrea Donnellan,Mitsuhiro Matsu'ura Pdf

The first of a two-part work, this volume focuses on microscopic simulation, scaling physics, dynamic rapture and wave propagation, earthquake generation, cycle and seismic pattern. Topics covered range from numerical and theoretical studies of crack propagation, developments in finite difference methods for modeling faults, long time scale simulation of interacting fault systems, and modeling of crustal deformation through to mantle convection.

Author : David Tanner,Christian Brandes
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 380 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2019-10-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128159866

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Understanding Faults by David Tanner,Christian Brandes Pdf

Understanding Faults: Detecting, Dating, and Modeling offers a single resource for analyzing faults for a variety of applications, from hazard detection and earthquake processes, to geophysical exploration. The book presents the latest research, including fault dating using new mineral growth, fault reactivation, and fault modeling, and also helps bridge the gap between geologists and geophysicists working across fault-related disciplines. Using diagrams, formulae, and worldwide case studies to illustrate concepts, the book provides geoscientists and industry experts in oil and gas with a valuable reference for detecting, modeling, analyzing and dating faults. Presents cutting-edge information relating to fault analysis, including mechanical, geometrical and numerical models, theory and methodologies Includes calculations of fault sealing capabilities Describes how faults are detected, what fault models predict, and techniques for dating fault movement Utilizes worldwide case studies throughout the book to concretely illustrate key concepts

Author : François P. Landes
Publisher : Springer
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2015-07-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319200224

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Viscoelastic Interfaces Driven in Disordered Media by François P. Landes Pdf

This book offers an in-depth study of two well-known models of “avalanche” dynamics, modified minimally by the inclusion of relaxation. Many complex systems respond to continuous inputs of energy by accumulation of stress over time, interrupted by sudden energy releases called avalanches. The first model studied is the viscoelastic interface driven over disorder, which is shown to display the fundamental features of friction. In the mean-field limit, the friction force derived semi-analytically is compatible with laboratory experiments (displaying both velocity weakening and contact aging). In two dimensions, large-scale numerical simulations are in good agreement with the basic features of real earthquakes (Gutenberg-Richter Law, aftershock migration). The second model is a non-Markovian variant of Directed Percolation, in which we observe that the universality class is only partly modified by relaxation, a promising finding with respect to our first model.

Author : Antonio A. Munjiza
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2004-04-21
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780470020173

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The Combined Finite-Discrete Element Method by Antonio A. Munjiza Pdf

The combined finite discrete element method is a relatively new computational tool aimed at problems involving static and / or dynamic behaviour of systems involving a large number of solid deformable bodies. Such problems include fragmentation using explosives (e.g rock blasting), impacts, demolition (collapsing buildings), blast loads, digging and loading processes, and powder technology. The combined finite-discrete element method - a natural extension of both discrete and finite element methods - allows researchers to model problems involving the deformability of either one solid body, a large number of bodies, or a solid body which fragments (e.g. in rock blasting applications a more or less intact rock mass is transformed into a pile of solid rock fragments of different sizes, which interact with each other). The topic is gaining in importance, and is at the forefront of some of the current efforts in computational modeling of the failure of solids. * Accompanying source codes plus input and output files available on the Internet * Important applications such as mining engineering, rock blasting and petroleum engineering * Includes practical examples of applications areas Essential reading for postgraduates, researchers and software engineers working in mechanical engineering.

Author : SAMMIS,SAMIS,SAITO,KING
Publisher : Birkhäuser
Page : 183 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2013-11-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783034861915

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Fractals and Chaos in the Earth Sciences by SAMMIS,SAMIS,SAITO,KING Pdf

Author : Gang Rao,Renqi Lu,Maryline Le Béon,Bernard Delcaillau,Jonny Wu,Fabien Graveleau
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 387 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2022-02-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782889742349

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Active Fold-and-Thrust Belts: From Present-Day Deformation to Structural Architecture and Modelling by Gang Rao,Renqi Lu,Maryline Le Béon,Bernard Delcaillau,Jonny Wu,Fabien Graveleau Pdf

Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Earth Sciences and Resources,Committee on the Science of Earthquakes
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 430 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2003-08-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309169097

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Living on an Active Earth by National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Board on Earth Sciences and Resources,Committee on the Science of Earthquakes Pdf

The destructive force of earthquakes has stimulated human inquiry since ancient times, yet the scientific study of earthquakes is a surprisingly recent endeavor. Instrumental recordings of earthquakes were not made until the second half of the 19th century, and the primary mechanism for generating seismic waves was not identified until the beginning of the 20th century. From this recent start, a range of laboratory, field, and theoretical investigations have developed into a vigorous new discipline: the science of earthquakes. As a basic science, it provides a comprehensive understanding of earthquake behavior and related phenomena in the Earth and other terrestrial planets. As an applied science, it provides a knowledge base of great practical value for a global society whose infrastructure is built on the Earth's active crust. This book describes the growth and origins of earthquake science and identifies research and data collection efforts that will strengthen the scientific and social contributions of this exciting new discipline.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1544 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Geology
ISBN : UCAL:B4535010

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Bibliography and Index of Geology by Anonim Pdf

Author : Huilin Xing
Publisher : Springer
Page : 325 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2009-02-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783540858799

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Advances in Geocomputing by Huilin Xing Pdf

Geocomputing can simulate geodynamics, crustal dynamics, earthquakes, tsunami and rock physics.

Author : Chun'An Tang,John A. Hudson
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2010-08-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780203841433

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Rock Failure Mechanisms by Chun'An Tang,John A. Hudson Pdf

When dealing with rock in civil engineering, mining engineering and other engineering, the process by which the rock fails under load should be understood, so that safe structures can be built on and in the rock. However, there are many ways for loading rock and rock can have a variety of idiosyncracies. This reference book provides engineers and r

Author : Kristy F. Tiampo,Dion K. Weatherley,Stuart A. Weinstein
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 347 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2008-11-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783764387570

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Earthquakes: Simulations, Sources and Tsunamis by Kristy F. Tiampo,Dion K. Weatherley,Stuart A. Weinstein Pdf

This volume attempts to present the current state of seismic research by focusing not only on the modeling of earthquakes and earthquake generated tsunamis, but also on practical comparisons of the resulting phenomenology. In the 1990s, major advancements in seismic research greatly added to the understanding of earthquake fault systems as complex dynamical systems. Large quantities of new and extensive remote sensing data sets provided information on the solid earth.

Author : John Rundle,John B. Rundle,Donald L. Turcotte,William Klein
Publisher : American Geophysical Union
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2000-01-10
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780875909783

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Geocomplexity and the Physics of Earthquakes by John Rundle,John B. Rundle,Donald L. Turcotte,William Klein Pdf

Published by the American Geophysical Union as part of the Geophysical Monograph Series, Volume 120. Earthquakes in urban centers are capable of causing enormous damage. The January 16, 1995 Kobe, Japan earthquake was only a magnitude 6.9 event and yet produced an estimated $200 billion loss. Despite an active earthquake prediction program in Japan, this event was a complete surprise. Similar scenarios are possible in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, and other urban centers around the Pacific plate boundary. The development of forecast or prediction methodologies for these great damaging earthquakes has been complicated by the fact that the largest events repeat at irregular intervals of hundreds to thousands of years, resulting in a limited historical record that has frustrated phenomenological studies. The papers in this book describe an emerging alternative approach, which is based on a new understanding of earthquake physics arising from the construction and analysis of numerical simulations. With these numerical simulations, earthquake physics now can be investigated in numerical laboratories. Simulation data from numerical experiments can be used to develop theoretical understanding that can be subsequently applied to observed data. These methods have been enabled by the information technology revolution, in which fundamental advances in computing and communications are placing vast computational resources at our disposal.

Author : Geological Survey (U.S.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 872 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1968
Category : Geophysics
ISBN : UCR:31210023765181

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Geophysical Abstracts by Geological Survey (U.S.) Pdf