The microstructure and mineralogy of volcanic rocks is varied and complex, and their
mechanical behaviour is similarly varied and complex. This review summarises recent …

Since the similarity in size distribution of earthquakes and acoustic emissions (AE) was
found in the 1960s, many laboratory studies have been motivated by the need to provide …

A detailed understanding of the thermal damage and failure mechanical behavior of granite
at elevated temperatures is a key concern in nuclear waste disposal engineering …

To explore the acoustic emission (AE) characteristics of rock materials during the
deformation and failure process under periodic loads, a uniaxial cyclic loading and …

The characterization of time‐dependent brittle rock deformation is fundamental to
understanding the long‐term evolution and dynamics of the Earth's crust. The chemical …

Conventional triaxial compression and “reducing confining pressure” experiments were
carried out for red sandstone by an MTS815 Flex Test GT rock mechanics experimental …

At microscopic level, natural flaws act as stress concentrators in rock, favoring brittle fracture.
Acoustic emission (AE) monitoring was applied for the qualitative and quantitative …

Time-dependent brittle deformation is a fundamental and pervasive process operating in the
Earth's upper crust. Its characterization is a pre-requisite to understanding and unraveling …

Deep geological repository is usually constructed in a typical crystalline rock, granite.
Therefore, comprehensive understanding on the thermo-mechanical properties of granite …

When salt caverns are used for the medium of underground energy storage, the surrounding
rock experiences cyclic loading due to periodical injection-production. The cyclic load …