Propagation of fluid-driven fractures in jointed rock. Part 1—development and validation of methods of analysis

• Published in: International journal of rock mechanics and mining sciences & geomechanics abstracts Vol. 27; no. 4; pp. 243 - 254
• Main Authors: Heuze, F.E., Shaffer, R.J., Ingraffea, A.R., Nilson, R.H.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier Ltd 1990
• Subjects: crack propagation; fracture

We have developed a new method of analysis to describe the propagation of induced fluid-driven fractures in rock masses which contain pre-existing discontinuities such as joints, bed interfaces, lens boundaries, etc. The analysis is based on a 2-D model, with coupled solid mechanics, fracture mechan...