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Adaptive phase field simulation of quasi-static crack propagation in rocks

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  • Shuwei Zhou
  • Xiaoying Zhuang

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Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)190-205
Number of pages16
JournalUnderground Space (China)
Volume3
Issue number3
Early online date18 Jun 2018
Publication statusPublished - Sept 2018

Abstract

In this study, we present an adaptive phase field method (APFM) for modeling quasi-static crack propagation in rocks. Crack initiation due to positive strains is considered, and a numerical simulation is implemented using a commercial software, COMSOL Multiphysics. Two benchmark tests are first examined, namely, a single-edge-notched square plate subjected to respective tension and shear loadings. The crack propagation in Brazil splitting tests, 2D notched semi-circular bend (NSCB) tests, and 3D NSCB tests are subsequently simulated and analyzed. All the numerical examples indicate that the propagation of the cracks is autonomous and external fracture criteria are not required for phase field modeling. Furthermore, the adaptive remeshing scheme reduces unnecessary global mesh refinement and exhibits good adaptability for fracture modeling. The simulations are in good agreement with the experimental observations, and thereby indicate the feasibility and practicability of the APFM in rocks (even in 3D cases).

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    Adaptive scheme, Crack propagation, Phase field, Rock

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Adaptive phase field simulation of quasi-static crack propagation in rocks. / Zhou, Shuwei; Zhuang, Xiaoying.
In: Underground Space (China), Vol. 3, No. 3, 09.2018, p. 190-205.

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Zhou S, Zhuang X. Adaptive phase field simulation of quasi-static crack propagation in rocks. Underground Space (China). 2018 Sept;3(3):190-205. Epub 2018 Jun 18. doi: 10.1016/j.undsp.2018.04.006, 10.15488/4893
Zhou, Shuwei ; Zhuang, Xiaoying. / Adaptive phase field simulation of quasi-static crack propagation in rocks. In: Underground Space (China). 2018 ; Vol. 3, No. 3. pp. 190-205.
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