Strength anisotropy is one of the most distinct features of anisotropic rocks, and it also
normally reveals strong anisotropy in Brazilian test Strength (“BtS”). Theoretical research on …

Abstract Intraplate Continental Margins comprise fully rifted areas of continents and cratons
recording the tectonic events associated with plate breakup and subsequent continental …

The strata of shale contain structural weak planes such as laminations and joints, which do
not have the same mechanical properties as intact rock masses. Tensile strength is a critical …

Anisotropic shale is commonly distributed in nature and undergoes both dynamic
compressive and tensile load in geological engineering. In this article, the coupling effects of …

Mode-I fracture toughness (K IC) and tensile strength (σ t) are significant parameters in
hydraulic fracturing. Owing to the unique mineral composition and sedimentary environment …

To investigate the mechanical behavior and crack evolution properties of the anisotropic
bedded rocks, a series of uniaxial compression tests were conducted using bedded …

Fracture-initiation pressure (FIP) is closely related to lost circulation and hydraulic fracturing.
However, conventional prediction models often treat formation rock as an isotropic medium …

Strong anisotropy of tensile behaviros and spatial anisotropic deformation have been found
in transversely isotropic rock discs. There is seldom attention paid for the insightful analysis …

Rocks generally exhibit less resistance to tension compared to shear or compression forces,
and tension cracks often precede shear or compression failures. While the mechanical …

The anisotropic direct tensile behaviour of laminated and transversely isotropic Midgley Grit
sandstone (MGS) was investigated in this paper using a particle-based discrete element …