The discrete fracture networks (DFN) have become indispensable tools for geomechanical
modelling of jointed rock masses. The technology creates a three-dimensional (3D) …

To efficiently link the continuum mechanics for rocks with the structural statistics of rock
masses, a theoretical and methodological system called the statistical mechanics of rock …

The discontinuity persistence is an important parameter that affects the strength of rock
masses and stability in rock engineering. However, determining the 3D discontinuity …

Featured Application This work aims to build a robust model with a comparison of machine
learning, convolutional neural network and transfer learning. The model can be combined …

As the weak structure and main seepage channel of rock mass, the discrete fracture network
(DFN) has a significant influence on the physical and mechanical properties of rock mass. In …

The uncertainty analysis of fractures is always an important task in studying the structures of
rock masses. Traditional univariate and bivariate statistical methods have limitations for …

Limited by the survey data and current interpretation methods, the modelling processes of
fault networks are fraught with uncertainties. In hydraulic geological engineering, the …

Grouting has always been the main engineering measure of ground improvement and
foundation remediation of hydraulic structures. Due to complex geological conditions and …

This study takes sluice foundation rock mass in Datengxia Hydropower Station, China as an
example to examine two-dimensional (2D) discrepancies in fracture geometric factors and …

Discrete fracture network (DFN) simulation is the basis of studying the properties of a rock
mass. An important premise of constructing three-dimensional (3-D) DFNs is to ensure that …