Complex trimalleolar ankle fractures are a major orthopaedic challenge,with an incidence of 4.22 per 10000 person-years in the United States and an annual cost of 3.4 billion dollars.This review synthesizes current ev...Complex trimalleolar ankle fractures are a major orthopaedic challenge,with an incidence of 4.22 per 10000 person-years in the United States and an annual cost of 3.4 billion dollars.This review synthesizes current evidence on diagnostic protocols and management strategies,highlighting optimal approaches and emerging trends.Initial care emphasizes soft tissue assessment,often guided by the Tscherne classification,and fracture classification systems.External fixation may be required in open injuries,while early open reduction and internal fixation within six days is linked to improved outcomes.Minimally invasive techniques for the lateral malleolus,including intramedullary nailing and locking plates,are effective,while medial malleolus fractures are commonly managed with screw fixation or tension-band wiring.Posterior malleolus fragments involving more than 25%of the articular surface usually warrant fixation.Alternatives to syndesmotic screws,such as cortical buttons or high-strength sutures,reduce the need for secondary procedures.Arthroscopic-assisted open reduction and internal fixation benefits younger,active patients by enabling concurrent management of intra-articular and ligamentous injuries.Postoperative care prioritizes early weight-bearing and validated functional scores.Despite advances,complications remain common,and further research is needed to refine surgical strategies and improve outcomes.展开更多
Background:Biological osteosynthesis preserves blood supply and promotes rapid healing by aligning fracture fragments without direct surgical exposure.Pedicle screws are primarily designed for internal fixation in spi...Background:Biological osteosynthesis preserves blood supply and promotes rapid healing by aligning fracture fragments without direct surgical exposure.Pedicle screws are primarily designed for internal fixation in spinal procedures.A key objec-tive of many orthopedic studies is to assess the biocompatibility of implants with bone and adjacent soft tissue.This study aims to evaluate the biocompatibility and effects of the Pedicle screw-Rod configuration as a novel external fixation method in canine tibial osteotomy.Methods:With ethics approval,eight healthy,intact male dogs,aged 10-12 months and weighing between 20 and 22 kg,underwent a minimally invasive medial tibial approach for surgical fixation of tibial osteotomy using a Pedicle screw-Rod configu-ration.Postoperative evaluations included ultrasound assessments at the osteotomy site and histological evaluations at the bone-screw interface.Results:B-mode ultrasound evaluation indicated healing progress at all osteotomy sites.The color Doppler examination revealed an initial increase in signals in the sur-rounding soft tissue during the first 4 weeks post-operation,followed by a decrease in signals within the adjacent soft tissue between the 5th and 8th weeks.During this latter period,the signals were primarily concentrated on the bone surface and the callus.The bone-screw interface at various screw sites exhibited similar histological changes,indicating effective integration of the newly formed woven bone into the screw threads.Conclusions:Fixation of non-articular tibial osteotomy with Pedicle screw-Rod con-figuration resulted in secondary bone healing,characterized by abundant callus for-mation and neovascularization.This implant demonstrated favorable biocompatibility with bone and surrounding soft tissue,without significant complications.展开更多
The research presented in this paper aimed to analyze the evolution of fractures in strata in relation to the progress of longwall mining.To achieve this objective,an introscopic probe equipped with a highresolution c...The research presented in this paper aimed to analyze the evolution of fractures in strata in relation to the progress of longwall mining.To achieve this objective,an introscopic probe equipped with a highresolution camera was developed,along with additional equipment that enables continuous recording of the internal surfaces of drainage boreholes exceeding 100 m in depth.The probe was utilized to test two methane drainage boreholes in the Z-3b longwall,which operates within the 501/3 coal seam of the Jankowice mine in Poland.Automatic image analysis methods were applied to evaluate the recorded images,based on a newly developed classificationsystem for fractures categorized by size and number.The results were compared with an analysis of changes in the methane capture rate from the drainage boreholes,which correlated with longwall mining progress.A strong correlation was observed between the number of fractures and the lithology of the strata layers.The largest number of fractures and their evolution were recorded in the coal layers,followed by the shale layers,while the sandstone layers exhibited the least number of fractures.Based on parallel measurements of the methane capture rate from the drainage boreholes during the progress of longwall mining,the extent of the strata's fracture zone was determined to range from 6 m to 36 m.Within the fracture zone,the strata are highly fractured,which leads to an increase in methane emissions through seepage and diffusion processes.展开更多
Taking the underground shale of the Silurian Longmaxi Formation in southern Sichuan Basin as the research object,stress-sensitive experiments on self-supporting fractures and micro-visualization experiments on gas-wat...Taking the underground shale of the Silurian Longmaxi Formation in southern Sichuan Basin as the research object,stress-sensitive experiments on self-supporting fractures and micro-visualization experiments on gas-water flow were conducted under simulated reservoir conditions to study the mechanism of microscopic gas-water flow during the fracture closure process and discuss its engineering applications.The results show that as the effective stress gradually increased from 5 MPa to 60 MPa with an increment of 5 MPa per step,the self-supporting fracture closure exhibited a two-stage characteristic of being fast in the early stage and slow in the later stage,with the inflection point stress ranging from 32 MPa to 35 MPa,and the closure degree of 47%-76%.The effective stress increase gradually rose from 5 MPa per step to 20 MPa per step,and the early fracture closure accelerated,with the maximum closure degree increasing by 8.6%.As the fracture width decreased from 500μm to 50μm,the gas-phase shifted from continuous to discontinuous flow,and the proportion of the critical gas-phase flow to maintain the continuous gas-phase flow increased.In the early stage of fracture closure(fracture width greater than 300μm),the continuous gas-phase flow is controlled by the fracture width-the larger the fracture width,the smaller the proportion of the critical gas-phase flow to maintain the continuous gas-phase flow.In the late stage of fracture closure(fracture width less than 300μm),as the fractures continue to close,the dominant role of the surface roughness of the fractures becomes stronger,and the proportion of the critical gas-phase flow to maintain the continuous gas-phase flow exceeds 70%.A reasonable pressure control during stable production and pressure reduction in the early stage(the peak pressure drop at the wellhead is less than 32 MPa)to delay the self-supporting fracture closure is conducive to the stable and increased production of gas wells.展开更多
This study examined non-uniform loading in goaf cantilever rock masses via testing,modeling,and mechanical analysis to solve instantaneous fracture and section buckling from mining abutment pressure.The study investig...This study examined non-uniform loading in goaf cantilever rock masses via testing,modeling,and mechanical analysis to solve instantaneous fracture and section buckling from mining abutment pressure.The study investigates the non-uniform load gradient effect on fracture characteristics,including load characteristics,fracture location,fracture distribution,and section roughness.A digital model for fracture interface buckling analysis was developed,elucidating the influence of non-uniform load gradients on Fracture Interface Curvature(FIC),Buckling Rate of Change(BRC),and Buckling Domain Field(BDF).The findings reveal that nonlinear tensile stress concentration and abrupt tensile-compressive-shear strain mutations under non-uniform loading are fundamental mechanisms driving fracture path buckling in cantilever rock mass structures.The buckling process of rock mass under non-uniform load can be divided into two stages:low load gradient and high gradient load.In the stage of low gradient load,the buckling behavior is mainly reflected in the compression-shear fracture of the edge.In the stage of high gradient load,a buckling band along the loading direction is gradually formed in the rock mass.These buckling principles establish a theoretical basis for accurately characterizing bearing fractures,fracture interface instability,and vibration sources within overlying cantilever rock masses in goaf.展开更多
Hydraulic fracturing serves as a critical technology for reservoir stimulation in deep coalbed methane(CBM)development,where the mechanical properties of gangue layers exert a significant control on fracture propagati...Hydraulic fracturing serves as a critical technology for reservoir stimulation in deep coalbed methane(CBM)development,where the mechanical properties of gangue layers exert a significant control on fracture propagation behavior.To address the unclear mechanisms governing fracture penetration across coal-gangue interfaces,this study employs the Continuum-Discontinuum Element Method(CDEM)to simulate and analyze the vertical propagation of hydraulic fractures initiating within coal seams,based on geomechanical parameters derived from the deep Benxi Formation coal seams in the southeastern Ordos Basin.The investigation systematically examines the influence of geological and operational parameters on cross-interfacial fracture growth.Results demonstrate that vertical stress difference,elastic modulus contrast between coal and gangue layers,interfacial stress differential,and interfacial cohesion at coal-gangue interfaces are critical factors governing hydraulic fracture penetration through these interfaces.High vertical stress differences(>3 MPa)inhibit interfacial dilation,promoting predominant crosslayer fracture propagation.Reduced interfacial stress contrasts and enhanced interfacial cohesion facilitate fracture penetration across interfaces.Furthermore,smaller elastic modulus contrasts between coal and gangue correlate with increased interfacial aperture.Finally,lower injection rates effectively suppress vertical fracture propagation in deep coal reservoirs.This study elucidates the characteristics and mechanisms governing cross-layer fracture propagation in coal–rock composites with interbedded partings,and delineates the dynamic evolution laws and dominant controlling factors involved.Thefindings provide critical theoretical insights for the optimization of fracture design and the efficient development of deep coalbed methane reservoirs.展开更多
Dynamic mixed-mode I/II crack growth under various engineering disturbances can result in rock failure and even catastrophic events.Nevertheless,the dynamic cracking behaviour of rock and fracture criterion for mixed-...Dynamic mixed-mode I/II crack growth under various engineering disturbances can result in rock failure and even catastrophic events.Nevertheless,the dynamic cracking behaviour of rock and fracture criterion for mixed-mode I/II remain poorly understood.Cracked straight-through Brazilian disc tests were performed on sandstone specimens to examine the effects of strain rate(ε˙)and loading angle(β)on the dynamic fracture behaviour of mixed-mode I/II using a split Hopkinson pressure bar system.The generalized maximum tangential stress(GMTS)criterion was modified by considering the influence ofβand crack propagation velocity(CPV)to estimate the dynamic fracture parameters.The results indicate that the CPV increases with increasingε˙,while remaining nearly independent ofβ.βandε˙strongly affect the dynamic mixed-mode fracturing process.The crack initiation angle changes slightly with increasingε˙,and it first increases and then stabilizes asβincreases.Whenβexceeds 60°andε˙is lower than approximately 10^(2)s^(−1),the crack initiation location transitions from the crack tip to the centre region of the crack.Whenε˙is greater than approximately 10^(2)s^(−1),the non-tip cracking disappears gradually.The dynamic failure characteristics of specimens can be divided into four main types,which occur successively with increasingβandε˙.Additionally,the dynamic stress intensity factors and crack initiation angles predicted by the modified GMTS criterion are generally consistent with the experimental results for different CPVs.This study provides valuable insights into the detailed dynamic mixed-mode cracking behaviour and fracture criterion of rock.展开更多
Self-suspended proppants,which enable clear-water fracturing,represent a promising new class of materials for reservoir stimulation.Given the economic limitations associated with their exclusive use,this study investi...Self-suspended proppants,which enable clear-water fracturing,represent a promising new class of materials for reservoir stimulation.Given the economic limitations associated with their exclusive use,this study investigates proppant transport behavior in hybrid systems combining self-suspended proppants with conventional 40/70 mesh quartz sand at various mixing ratios.A dedicated experimental apparatus was developed to replicate field-relevant complex fracture networks,consisting of a main fracture and two branching fractures with different deflection angles.Using this system,sand bank formation and proppant distribution were examined for both conventional quartz sand fracturing and fracturing augmented with self-suspended proppants.The effects of slurry discharge volume,proppant mixing ratio,sand ratio,and injection location of the self-suspended proppant on transport and placement behavior were systematically analyzed.According to the results,the incorporation of self-suspended proppants markedly enhances the proppant-carrying capacity of the slurry and substantially modifies sand bank morphology.Increasing the discharge volume raises the inlet slope angle and promotes greater proppant penetration into branch fractures.The proportion of self-suspended proppant governs slurry viscoelasticity and,consequently,proppant settling behavior.As the fraction of self-suspended proppant decreases,the equilibrium height of the sand bank increases,while the proppant mass fraction within branch fractures exhibits a non-monotonic response,initially decreasing and then increasing.Variations in sand ratio alter both overall proppant concentration and the self-suspended proppant-to-water ratio,thereby modulating slurry rheology and influencing proppant placement.In addition,changes in injection location affect near-wellbore vortex structures,leading to distinct sand bank morphologies.展开更多
After coal seam mining,the overlying rock strata above the goaf are subjected to long-term stress and eventually undergo failure.Under mining-induced disturbances,the strata develop fractures at various angles,which s...After coal seam mining,the overlying rock strata above the goaf are subjected to long-term stress and eventually undergo failure.Under mining-induced disturbances,the strata develop fractures at various angles,which significantly influence failure modes and the morphology of gas flow channels.This study employed multistage loading experiments,numerical simulations,three-dimensional reconstruction,and image recognition to investigate the fragmentation process of rocks with different initial fracture angles under multistage loading.The results show that variations in the initial fracture angle affect the transmission of contact forces among rock particles.As the angle increases,the transmission pattern shifts from a uniform distribution to one extending along the direction of the fracture.Rocks with small initial fracture angles tend to experience tensile-dominated failure,with most of the material subjected to longitudinal loading,resulting in reduced strength.Fractures propagate from the central region of the initial fracture,producing a complex internal fracture network.The proportion of fracture channels varies considerably across regions,creating multiple zones of velocity variation in the gas flow.In contrast,rocks with large initial fracture angles are more susceptible to shear failure,with the primary load-bearing zones aligned along the inclined fracture direction.As a result,the influence on surrounding regions is limited,improving the rock's load-bearing capacity under multistage loading.In these cases,the distribution and proportion of fracture channels become more uniform,promoting more stable gas flow within the channels.Overall,these findings provide theoretical insights into how initial fracture angles govern rock failure patterns and gas flow characteristics.展开更多
Prepulse combined hydraulic fracturing facilitates the development of fracture networks by integrating prepulse hydraulic loading with conventional hydraulic fracturing.The formation mechanisms of fracture networks be...Prepulse combined hydraulic fracturing facilitates the development of fracture networks by integrating prepulse hydraulic loading with conventional hydraulic fracturing.The formation mechanisms of fracture networks between hydraulic and pre-existing fractures under different prepulse loading parameters remain unclear.This research investigates the impact of prepulse loading parameters,including the prepulse loading number ratio(C),prepulse loading stress ratio(S),and prepulse loading frequency(f),on the formation of fracture networks between hydraulic and pre-existing fractures,using both experimental and numerical methods.The results suggest that low prepulse loading stress ratios and high prepulse loading number ratios are advantageous loading modes.Multiple hydraulic fractures are generated in the specimen under the advantageous loading modes,facilitating the development of a complex fracture network.Fatigue damage occurs in the specimen at the prepulse loading stage.The high water pressure at the secondary conventional hydraulic fracturing promotes the growth of hydraulic fractures along the damage zones.This allows the hydraulic fractures to propagate deeply and interact with pre-existing fractures.Under advantageous loading conditions,multiple hydraulic fractures can extend to pre-existing fractures,and these hydraulic fractures penetrate or propagate along pre-existing fractures.Especially when the approach angle is large,the damage range in the specimen during the prepulse loading stage increases,resulting in the formation of more hydraulic fractures.展开更多
Deep shale gas reservoirs in the southern Sichuan Basin are typically characterized by significant horizontal stress anisotropy(expressed as stress difference),variable brittleness-ductility in rock mechanics,and stro...Deep shale gas reservoirs in the southern Sichuan Basin are typically characterized by significant horizontal stress anisotropy(expressed as stress difference),variable brittleness-ductility in rock mechanics,and strong heterogeneity.These complex geomechanical conditions lead to pronounced differences in hydraulic fracturing outcomes among wells and sections.To investigate hydraulic fracture propagation and fracturing fluid injection behavior under varying geomechanical settings,true triaxial physical simulation tests were performed on 400×400×400 mm artificial rock samples.The samples were designed with different media properties based on similarity criteria.A sensitivity analysis was conducted to assess the effects of brittleness-ductility characteristics,natural fractures,and in-situ stress conditions.The results reveal that:(i)brittle samples with lower stress difference are favorable for forming complex,perforable fracture networks;(ii)brittle samples with higher stress difference tend to develop simple,planar hydraulic fractures,with natural fractures only slightly activated during very short injection periods;(iii)ductile behavior enhances the activation of natural fractures but reduces fracture complexity compared with brittle samples,even under lower stress difference;and(iv)for typical deep shale formations,larger fluid injection volumes combined with high-density,multi-cluster fracturing techniques are recommended.展开更多
BACKGROUND In pediatric age group patients(<18 years old)treated operatively for distal radius/both bone fractures extending imaging beyond the initial postoperative period-particularly in uncomplicated cases-appea...BACKGROUND In pediatric age group patients(<18 years old)treated operatively for distal radius/both bone fractures extending imaging beyond the initial postoperative period-particularly in uncomplicated cases-appears to provide limited additional benefit.AIM To determine the necessary number of follow-up X-rays to use resources efficiently.METHODS Participants included in this study are pediatric age group patients who were treated operatively for distal radius/both bone fractures and were identified from a prospected collected data from the operating room database between the years 2009 and 2017.The data in the study included patients who had distal radius fractures and underwent fixation surgery(n=88).RESULTS When assessing the difference in the odds of conducting 1 or less X-ray compared to 2 or more X-rays in regard to the type of fixation,the only significant difference is the closed reduction fixation method.Patients who underwent closed reduction method procedure have significantly lower odds of having 2 more X-rays compared to those who didn’t have closed reduction method.Open reduction,internal fixation,and other fixation methods(close reduction and internal fixation,debridement,or epiphysiodesis)have higher odds of having two or more X-rays compared to patients who did not receive these methods;however,these odds are not statistically significant.CONCLUSION The findings of this study reveal notable absence of a statistically significant association between the frequency of postoperative X-rays and the outcome of children with distal radius fractures.展开更多
Fractures are typically characterized by roughness that significantlyaffects the mechanical and hydraulic characteristics of reservoirs.However,hydraulic fracturing mechanisms under the influenceof fracture morphology...Fractures are typically characterized by roughness that significantlyaffects the mechanical and hydraulic characteristics of reservoirs.However,hydraulic fracturing mechanisms under the influenceof fracture morphology remain largely unexplored.Leveraging the advantages of the finite-discrete element method(FDEM)for explicitly simulating fracture propagation and the strengths of the unifiedpipe model(UPM)for efficientlymodeling dual-permeability seepage,we propose a new hydromechanical(HM)coupling approach for modeling hydraulic fracturing.Validated against benchmark examples,the proposed FDEM-UPM model is further augmented by incorporating a Fourier-based methodology for reconstructing non-planar fractures,enabling quantitative analysis of hydraulic fracturing behavior within rough discrete fracture networks(DFNs).The FDEM-UPM model demonstrates computational advantages in accurately capturing transient hydraulic seepage phenomena,while the asynchronous time-stepping schemes between hydraulic and mechanical analyses substantially enhanced computational efficiencywithout compromising computational accuracy.Our results show that fracture morphology can affect both macroscopic fracture networks and microscopic interaction types between hydraulic fractures(HFs)and natural fractures(NFs).In an isotropic stress field,the initiation azimuth,propagation direction and microcracking mechanism are significantly influencedby fracture roughness.In an anisotropic stress field,HFs invariably propagate parallel to the direction of the maximum principal stress,reducing the overall complexity of the stimulated fracture networks.Additionally,stress concentration and perturbation attributed to fracture morphology tend to be compromised as the leak-off increases,while the breakdown and propagation pressures remain insensitive to fracture morphology.These findingsprovide new insights into the hydraulic fracturing mechanisms of fractured reservoirs containing complex rough DFNs.展开更多
To address the key scientific challenge of monitoring the dynamic fracturing of surrounding rock in deep roadways,this study systematically investigates the quantitative relationship between stress and charge signals ...To address the key scientific challenge of monitoring the dynamic fracturing of surrounding rock in deep roadways,this study systematically investigates the quantitative relationship between stress and charge signals during coal mass loading.By integrating innovative analytical approaches,introducing quantitative evaluation indices,and developing a charge–stress inversion model,and incorporating underground monitoring practices,significant progress has been achieved in elucidating the correlation between stress variations and charge signals throughout the entire coal mass fracturing process.First,in the field of stress–charge correlation analysis,empirical mode decomposition(EMD)was combined with wavelet coherence analysis for the first time,enabling the removal of slow-varying stress trends while retaining high-frequency fluctuations.This approach allowed for the quantitative characterization of the evolution of coherence between stress variations and charge fluctuations across multiple time scales.Second,coherence skewness and the proportion of high-coherence intervals were innovatively introduced to examine the influence of time scale selection on correlation results.On this basis,a criterion for determining the near-optimal observation scale of charge signals was proposed,providing a quantitative reference for time scale selection in similar signal analyses.Finally,by correlating charge signals with coal damage factors and stress states,a charge-based damage evolution equation was established to achieve effective stress inversion.Combined with in situ monitoring of stress and charge in roadway surrounding rock,this approach revealed the correlation characteristics of stress and charge intensity responses during the dynamic fracturing process.The results indicate,first,that charge signals are not significantly correlated with the absolute stress level of coal but are directly associated with stress variations following coal damage and failure,with the amplitude of charge fluctuations increasing alongside stress fluctuations.Second,coherence between stress and charge signals varies markedly across time scales,with excessively small or large scales leading to distortion,and the scale corresponding to the peak proportion of intervals with coherence>0.8 was identified as the near-optimal observation scale.Third,charge signals can effectively characterize coal damage factors,and the established damage evolution equation can effectively invert stress variation trends.Fourth,in underground roadways,zones of dynamic fracturing in surrounding rock are commonly located in areas where stress concentration overlaps with regions of high charge intensity,further confirming the strong consistency between charge and stress variations.These findings improve the theoretical framework of charge signal responses in loaded coal and provide a scientific basis for precise“stress-charge”monitoring of dynamic disasters,offering practical potential for engineering applications.展开更多
To investigate the long-term fracture conductivity behavior of propped fractures under the high-temperature and high-pressure conditions of deep shale gas reservoirs in the Sichuan Basin,this study systematically anal...To investigate the long-term fracture conductivity behavior of propped fractures under the high-temperature and high-pressure conditions of deep shale gas reservoirs in the Sichuan Basin,this study systematically analyzed the effects of closure stress,proppant concentration,formation temperature,and proppant size combination.Conductivity experiments were conducted using the HXDL-2C long-term proppant conductivity evaluation system under simulated reservoir conditions to determine the time-dependent evolution of fracture conductivity.The results showed that the 50-h conductivity retention of the rock-plate experiments ranged from 22%to 28%.With increasing closure stress,fracture conductivity exhibited a rapid decline.Under a formation temperature of 120℃ and a proppant concentration of 5 kg·m^(-2),the short-term conductivity of 70/140 mesh quartz-sand-propped fractures was 2.37μm^(2)·cm,which decreased to 0.66μm^(2)·cm after long-term testing.When the closure stress increased to 80 MPa,the short-term and long-term conductivities further declined to 1.36μm^(2)·cm and 0.39μm^(2)·cm,respectively.Increasing the proppant concentration from 5 to 7.5 kg·m^(-2)at 120℃ and 80 MPa improved both short-term and long-term conductivities by enlarging the effective fracture width;however,the conductivity decay rate accelerated,and the 50-h retention dropped from 27.2%to 22.8%.Raising the temperature from 120℃ to 140℃ promoted proppant crushing and compaction,intensified shale creep,and accelerated fracture closure,reducing long-term conductivity from 0.37 to 0.30μm^(2)·cm.Under identical conditions,40/70 mesh ceramic proppants maintained significantly higher conductivities than 70/140 mesh quartz sand,with short-term and long-term values of 8.71 and 2.19μm^(2)·cm,respectively,at 120℃,80 MPa,and 5 kg·m^(-2).Pure quartz-sand systems failed to maintain effective conductivity under high-temperature and high-stress conditions,whereas adding 20%40/70 mesh ceramic proppant and thoroughly mixing it,the long-term conductivity has increased by 2.3 times,improving fracture stability while reducing overall cost.A predictive equation was derived from the experimental results to capture the dynamic decay characteristics of fracture conductivity.These outcomes provide a valuable experimental basis and technical support for optimizing fracturing fluid design,proppant selection,and operation parameters in deep shale formations.展开更多
The hydraulic fracturing of horizontal wells is a key stimulation technology for unconventional tight oil/gas reservoirs.Good knowledge of the near-well stress eld of a horizontal well can be helpful for the hydraulic...The hydraulic fracturing of horizontal wells is a key stimulation technology for unconventional tight oil/gas reservoirs.Good knowledge of the near-well stress eld of a horizontal well can be helpful for the hydraulic fracture design optimization of new wells and refrac design optimization of fractured wells.Azimuth and dip data derived from either focal mechanisms of hydraulic fracturing-induced microseismic events or fracture attributes of hydraulic fracture networks can be used for new-well stress eld inversion.In this work,we present a novel stress inversion method integrating azimuth,dip,and rake data from the focal mechanisms of hydraulically induced microseismic events and fracture attributes of hydraulic fracture networks.For those stages having sufcient reliable microseismic focal mechanisms,strike,dip,and rake data derived from microseismic focal mechanisms are taken as input data for stress inversion.Meanwhile,for those stages that have no microseismic events or insufficient reliable microseismic focal mechanisms,azimuth and dip data derived from fracture attributes of prebuilt hydraulic fracture network are used for stress inversion,along with azimuth,dip,and rake data derived from other stages with sufcient reliable microseismic focal mechanisms.Thus,the near-well stress eld of each stage can be inverted,regardless of whether or not it has hydraulically induced microseismic events.The new method has been applied in the eld surface microseismic dataset during hydraulic fracture stimulation.The results reveal that the inverted near-well stress elds are consistent with the stress orientation derived from shear-wave splitting analysis for sonic logs.This nding demonstrates that the stress inversion method based on strike,dip,and rake data derived from microseismic focal mechanisms and fracture networks can correctly obtain the azimuths of maximum and minimum horizontal stress.展开更多
The formation and development of natural fractures in tight sandstone reservoirs are governed by a combination of stratigraphic structure,lithological properties,and stress conditions.These fractures often exhibit irr...The formation and development of natural fractures in tight sandstone reservoirs are governed by a combination of stratigraphic structure,lithological properties,and stress conditions.These fractures often exhibit irregular geometries,signicant variations in height,and complex lling materials,leading to intricate conventional logging responses with pronounced multi-solution ambiguities that complicate accurate identication.To address this challenge,this study proposes a multi-model selective coupling identication method.This approach incorporated data cleaning,augmentation,and resampling techniques during the preprocessing phase.Subsequently,multi-dimensional feature extraction and cascade-based feature selection were performed,followed by optimizing model parameters using random search,Bayesian optimization,and grid search algorithms.High-performing models were selected via an evaluation framework.These models were then coupled through voting mechanisms to construct a robust identication model capable of deeply exploring the nonlinear relationship between fractures and logging data.The proposed method achieved an 85.19%fracture identication accuracy in blind tests involving 27 fracture segments across three wells,demonstrating strong identication capability.This methodology provides a valuable reference for fracture identication in hydrocarbon reservoirs within the Hongde area.展开更多
Abstract:Microwave-based destressing is regarded as a promising approach for proactively preventing and controlling rockbursts in deep hard rock.As the fracturing degree of microwave-induced boreholes is affected by b...Abstract:Microwave-based destressing is regarded as a promising approach for proactively preventing and controlling rockbursts in deep hard rock.As the fracturing degree of microwave-induced boreholes is affected by borehole diameter,water content,mineral content,etc.,it is difficult to establish relationships between them.The research aims to unify various factors with heating rate and temperature,and establish a microwave parameter design method based thereon.Tests on microwave-induced borehole fracturing in hard rock with different or similar heating rates and temperatures under true triaxial stress were conducted.The test results show that both heating rate and temperature promote radial fracture of the rock,but have little effect on the development of axial fractures.Compared with heating rate,temperature is a more critical factor influencing microwave-induced fracturing.The effects of the heating rate on rock fracturing become noticeable only at higher temperatures.When the heating rate and temperature are similar but the diameter of the boreholes is different,the crack distribution,total length,wave velocity attenuation,and fracture process are similar.It is feasible to reverse-design microwave parameters under different borehole diameters based on the heating rate and temperature.Thermal fracturing of basalt shows a distinct threshold effect between 150℃ and 195℃(with an average of about 175℃),and the heating rate and borehole diameter exert minor influences thereon.The results provide guidance for the design of microwave parameters in practice.展开更多
Methane in-situ deflagration fracturing in shale is a revolutionary anhydrous technology.This paper selects shale samples from the Longmaxi Formation in Southern Sichuan to conduct deflagration fracturing tests with p...Methane in-situ deflagration fracturing in shale is a revolutionary anhydrous technology.This paper selects shale samples from the Longmaxi Formation in Southern Sichuan to conduct deflagration fracturing tests with pressures ranging from 25 MPa to 91 MPa.Pore structure changes were experimentally measured to explore the modification differences of nanoscale pore characteristics under varying deflagration pressures.The results show that within the deflagration pressure range examined in this study,(1)Deflagration fracturing can alter the pore volume and specific surface area but does not affect the distribution characteristics of the pore size's peak position.The maximum increments of total pore volume occur at a pressure of 45 MPa.(2)When the deflagration pressure is less than 45 MPa,porosity gradually increases with rising deflagration pressure.When it is greater than 45 MPa,the porosity does not change significantly.With increasing deflagration pressure,it gradually increases:from nanopores,such as mesopores and macropores,to large pores and microcracks.(3)At the low deflagration pressure stage,under the influence of high temperature,slippage pores gradually increase,which is conducive to gas desorption and diffusion migration.As pressure increases,the impact of the explosion shock wave gradually increases,the volume of seepage pores increases significantly,and seepage dominates the migration mode.展开更多
To enhance the mechanical reliability of dental prostheses under long-term service conditions,this study aimed to evaluate the fracture behavior and energy dissipation characteristics of three commonly used prosthetic...To enhance the mechanical reliability of dental prostheses under long-term service conditions,this study aimed to evaluate the fracture behavior and energy dissipation characteristics of three commonly used prosthetic materials,namely,zirconia ceramics(ZrO_(2)),cobalt-chromium alloy(Co-Cr),and titanium-zirconium alloy(Ti-13Zr),under various crack configurations.A three-dimensional finite element model of a single-crown prosthesis incorporating predefined cracks was established,and both axial and oblique multidirectional loads were applied.Using LS-DYNA software,the deformation patterns,principal stress distribution,and energy release characteristics during crack propagation were systematically analyzed.The experimental results indicate that Ti-13Zr alloy exhibited the highest crack resistance,making it particularly suitable for patients with insufficient bone volume or limited implant space.Co-Cr alloy demonstrated favorable structural stability and mechanical performance under high-load conditions.In contrast,due to its inherent brittleness,ZrO_(2)was more prone to rapid fracture propagation in long-span or high-stress scenarios,although it remains a preferred option for anterior esthetic zones and patients with metal sensitivities.Furthermore,the simulation outcomes were theoretically validated using Griffith's energy-based fracture criterion,reinforcing the accuracy of failure predictions based on principal stress analysis.This study elucidates the differences in clinical applicability among prosthetic materials and reveals their distinct fracture mechanisms,thereby providing a theoretical foundation for optimizing material selection and structural design.The findings contribute to improving the long-term safety and functional stability of implant-supported dental restorations.展开更多
文摘Complex trimalleolar ankle fractures are a major orthopaedic challenge,with an incidence of 4.22 per 10000 person-years in the United States and an annual cost of 3.4 billion dollars.This review synthesizes current evidence on diagnostic protocols and management strategies,highlighting optimal approaches and emerging trends.Initial care emphasizes soft tissue assessment,often guided by the Tscherne classification,and fracture classification systems.External fixation may be required in open injuries,while early open reduction and internal fixation within six days is linked to improved outcomes.Minimally invasive techniques for the lateral malleolus,including intramedullary nailing and locking plates,are effective,while medial malleolus fractures are commonly managed with screw fixation or tension-band wiring.Posterior malleolus fragments involving more than 25%of the articular surface usually warrant fixation.Alternatives to syndesmotic screws,such as cortical buttons or high-strength sutures,reduce the need for secondary procedures.Arthroscopic-assisted open reduction and internal fixation benefits younger,active patients by enabling concurrent management of intra-articular and ligamentous injuries.Postoperative care prioritizes early weight-bearing and validated functional scores.Despite advances,complications remain common,and further research is needed to refine surgical strategies and improve outcomes.
基金The Vice Chancellor of Research and Technology at Urmia University。
文摘Background:Biological osteosynthesis preserves blood supply and promotes rapid healing by aligning fracture fragments without direct surgical exposure.Pedicle screws are primarily designed for internal fixation in spinal procedures.A key objec-tive of many orthopedic studies is to assess the biocompatibility of implants with bone and adjacent soft tissue.This study aims to evaluate the biocompatibility and effects of the Pedicle screw-Rod configuration as a novel external fixation method in canine tibial osteotomy.Methods:With ethics approval,eight healthy,intact male dogs,aged 10-12 months and weighing between 20 and 22 kg,underwent a minimally invasive medial tibial approach for surgical fixation of tibial osteotomy using a Pedicle screw-Rod configu-ration.Postoperative evaluations included ultrasound assessments at the osteotomy site and histological evaluations at the bone-screw interface.Results:B-mode ultrasound evaluation indicated healing progress at all osteotomy sites.The color Doppler examination revealed an initial increase in signals in the sur-rounding soft tissue during the first 4 weeks post-operation,followed by a decrease in signals within the adjacent soft tissue between the 5th and 8th weeks.During this latter period,the signals were primarily concentrated on the bone surface and the callus.The bone-screw interface at various screw sites exhibited similar histological changes,indicating effective integration of the newly formed woven bone into the screw threads.Conclusions:Fixation of non-articular tibial osteotomy with Pedicle screw-Rod con-figuration resulted in secondary bone healing,characterized by abundant callus for-mation and neovascularization.This implant demonstrated favorable biocompatibility with bone and surrounding soft tissue,without significant complications.
基金the PICTO project(RFCR-CT-2018-800711)funded by the European Research Fund for Coal and Steel(RFCS)and the Polish Ministry of Science and Higher Education(W93/FBWiS/2018).
文摘The research presented in this paper aimed to analyze the evolution of fractures in strata in relation to the progress of longwall mining.To achieve this objective,an introscopic probe equipped with a highresolution camera was developed,along with additional equipment that enables continuous recording of the internal surfaces of drainage boreholes exceeding 100 m in depth.The probe was utilized to test two methane drainage boreholes in the Z-3b longwall,which operates within the 501/3 coal seam of the Jankowice mine in Poland.Automatic image analysis methods were applied to evaluate the recorded images,based on a newly developed classificationsystem for fractures categorized by size and number.The results were compared with an analysis of changes in the methane capture rate from the drainage boreholes,which correlated with longwall mining progress.A strong correlation was observed between the number of fractures and the lithology of the strata layers.The largest number of fractures and their evolution were recorded in the coal layers,followed by the shale layers,while the sandstone layers exhibited the least number of fractures.Based on parallel measurements of the methane capture rate from the drainage boreholes during the progress of longwall mining,the extent of the strata's fracture zone was determined to range from 6 m to 36 m.Within the fracture zone,the strata are highly fractured,which leads to an increase in methane emissions through seepage and diffusion processes.
基金Supported by the National Science and Technology Major Project of New-Type Oil and Gas Exploration and Development(2025ZD14041)National Science and Technology Major Project of China(2025ZD14053)+2 种基金Science and Technology Project of CNPC(2023ZZ21)Youth Science and Technology Project of CNPC(2024DQ03241)Postdoctoral Research Project of PetroChina Southwest Oil and Gas Field Company(20230304-13)。
文摘Taking the underground shale of the Silurian Longmaxi Formation in southern Sichuan Basin as the research object,stress-sensitive experiments on self-supporting fractures and micro-visualization experiments on gas-water flow were conducted under simulated reservoir conditions to study the mechanism of microscopic gas-water flow during the fracture closure process and discuss its engineering applications.The results show that as the effective stress gradually increased from 5 MPa to 60 MPa with an increment of 5 MPa per step,the self-supporting fracture closure exhibited a two-stage characteristic of being fast in the early stage and slow in the later stage,with the inflection point stress ranging from 32 MPa to 35 MPa,and the closure degree of 47%-76%.The effective stress increase gradually rose from 5 MPa per step to 20 MPa per step,and the early fracture closure accelerated,with the maximum closure degree increasing by 8.6%.As the fracture width decreased from 500μm to 50μm,the gas-phase shifted from continuous to discontinuous flow,and the proportion of the critical gas-phase flow to maintain the continuous gas-phase flow increased.In the early stage of fracture closure(fracture width greater than 300μm),the continuous gas-phase flow is controlled by the fracture width-the larger the fracture width,the smaller the proportion of the critical gas-phase flow to maintain the continuous gas-phase flow.In the late stage of fracture closure(fracture width less than 300μm),as the fractures continue to close,the dominant role of the surface roughness of the fractures becomes stronger,and the proportion of the critical gas-phase flow to maintain the continuous gas-phase flow exceeds 70%.A reasonable pressure control during stable production and pressure reduction in the early stage(the peak pressure drop at the wellhead is less than 32 MPa)to delay the self-supporting fracture closure is conducive to the stable and increased production of gas wells.
基金support provided by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52274077)the Natural Science Foundation of Henan(No.242300421072)+2 种基金the Youth Elite Teachers Cultivation Program for Higher Education Institutions in Henan Province(No.2024GGJS036)the Funds for Distinguished Young Scholars of Henan Polytechnic University(No.J2023-3)the Young Core Teacher Funding Scheme of Henan Polytechnic University(No.2023XQG-09).
文摘This study examined non-uniform loading in goaf cantilever rock masses via testing,modeling,and mechanical analysis to solve instantaneous fracture and section buckling from mining abutment pressure.The study investigates the non-uniform load gradient effect on fracture characteristics,including load characteristics,fracture location,fracture distribution,and section roughness.A digital model for fracture interface buckling analysis was developed,elucidating the influence of non-uniform load gradients on Fracture Interface Curvature(FIC),Buckling Rate of Change(BRC),and Buckling Domain Field(BDF).The findings reveal that nonlinear tensile stress concentration and abrupt tensile-compressive-shear strain mutations under non-uniform loading are fundamental mechanisms driving fracture path buckling in cantilever rock mass structures.The buckling process of rock mass under non-uniform load can be divided into two stages:low load gradient and high gradient load.In the stage of low gradient load,the buckling behavior is mainly reflected in the compression-shear fracture of the edge.In the stage of high gradient load,a buckling band along the loading direction is gradually formed in the rock mass.These buckling principles establish a theoretical basis for accurately characterizing bearing fractures,fracture interface instability,and vibration sources within overlying cantilever rock masses in goaf.
文摘Hydraulic fracturing serves as a critical technology for reservoir stimulation in deep coalbed methane(CBM)development,where the mechanical properties of gangue layers exert a significant control on fracture propagation behavior.To address the unclear mechanisms governing fracture penetration across coal-gangue interfaces,this study employs the Continuum-Discontinuum Element Method(CDEM)to simulate and analyze the vertical propagation of hydraulic fractures initiating within coal seams,based on geomechanical parameters derived from the deep Benxi Formation coal seams in the southeastern Ordos Basin.The investigation systematically examines the influence of geological and operational parameters on cross-interfacial fracture growth.Results demonstrate that vertical stress difference,elastic modulus contrast between coal and gangue layers,interfacial stress differential,and interfacial cohesion at coal-gangue interfaces are critical factors governing hydraulic fracture penetration through these interfaces.High vertical stress differences(>3 MPa)inhibit interfacial dilation,promoting predominant crosslayer fracture propagation.Reduced interfacial stress contrasts and enhanced interfacial cohesion facilitate fracture penetration across interfaces.Furthermore,smaller elastic modulus contrasts between coal and gangue correlate with increased interfacial aperture.Finally,lower injection rates effectively suppress vertical fracture propagation in deep coal reservoirs.This study elucidates the characteristics and mechanisms governing cross-layer fracture propagation in coal–rock composites with interbedded partings,and delineates the dynamic evolution laws and dominant controlling factors involved.Thefindings provide critical theoretical insights for the optimization of fracture design and the efficient development of deep coalbed methane reservoirs.
基金funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52325404 and 52504094)Shenzhen University 2035 Initiative(Grant No.2022B001).
文摘Dynamic mixed-mode I/II crack growth under various engineering disturbances can result in rock failure and even catastrophic events.Nevertheless,the dynamic cracking behaviour of rock and fracture criterion for mixed-mode I/II remain poorly understood.Cracked straight-through Brazilian disc tests were performed on sandstone specimens to examine the effects of strain rate(ε˙)and loading angle(β)on the dynamic fracture behaviour of mixed-mode I/II using a split Hopkinson pressure bar system.The generalized maximum tangential stress(GMTS)criterion was modified by considering the influence ofβand crack propagation velocity(CPV)to estimate the dynamic fracture parameters.The results indicate that the CPV increases with increasingε˙,while remaining nearly independent ofβ.βandε˙strongly affect the dynamic mixed-mode fracturing process.The crack initiation angle changes slightly with increasingε˙,and it first increases and then stabilizes asβincreases.Whenβexceeds 60°andε˙is lower than approximately 10^(2)s^(−1),the crack initiation location transitions from the crack tip to the centre region of the crack.Whenε˙is greater than approximately 10^(2)s^(−1),the non-tip cracking disappears gradually.The dynamic failure characteristics of specimens can be divided into four main types,which occur successively with increasingβandε˙.Additionally,the dynamic stress intensity factors and crack initiation angles predicted by the modified GMTS criterion are generally consistent with the experimental results for different CPVs.This study provides valuable insights into the detailed dynamic mixed-mode cracking behaviour and fracture criterion of rock.
基金the China National Petroleum Corporation’s Forward-Looking Fundamental Technology Breakthrough Project(2021DJ2305).
文摘Self-suspended proppants,which enable clear-water fracturing,represent a promising new class of materials for reservoir stimulation.Given the economic limitations associated with their exclusive use,this study investigates proppant transport behavior in hybrid systems combining self-suspended proppants with conventional 40/70 mesh quartz sand at various mixing ratios.A dedicated experimental apparatus was developed to replicate field-relevant complex fracture networks,consisting of a main fracture and two branching fractures with different deflection angles.Using this system,sand bank formation and proppant distribution were examined for both conventional quartz sand fracturing and fracturing augmented with self-suspended proppants.The effects of slurry discharge volume,proppant mixing ratio,sand ratio,and injection location of the self-suspended proppant on transport and placement behavior were systematically analyzed.According to the results,the incorporation of self-suspended proppants markedly enhances the proppant-carrying capacity of the slurry and substantially modifies sand bank morphology.Increasing the discharge volume raises the inlet slope angle and promotes greater proppant penetration into branch fractures.The proportion of self-suspended proppant governs slurry viscoelasticity and,consequently,proppant settling behavior.As the fraction of self-suspended proppant decreases,the equilibrium height of the sand bank increases,while the proppant mass fraction within branch fractures exhibits a non-monotonic response,initially decreasing and then increasing.Variations in sand ratio alter both overall proppant concentration and the self-suspended proppant-to-water ratio,thereby modulating slurry rheology and influencing proppant placement.In addition,changes in injection location affect near-wellbore vortex structures,leading to distinct sand bank morphologies.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52522405)Key R&D Project of Sichuan Province of China(Regional Innovation Coop-eration)(Grant No.2025YFHZ0314).
文摘After coal seam mining,the overlying rock strata above the goaf are subjected to long-term stress and eventually undergo failure.Under mining-induced disturbances,the strata develop fractures at various angles,which significantly influence failure modes and the morphology of gas flow channels.This study employed multistage loading experiments,numerical simulations,three-dimensional reconstruction,and image recognition to investigate the fragmentation process of rocks with different initial fracture angles under multistage loading.The results show that variations in the initial fracture angle affect the transmission of contact forces among rock particles.As the angle increases,the transmission pattern shifts from a uniform distribution to one extending along the direction of the fracture.Rocks with small initial fracture angles tend to experience tensile-dominated failure,with most of the material subjected to longitudinal loading,resulting in reduced strength.Fractures propagate from the central region of the initial fracture,producing a complex internal fracture network.The proportion of fracture channels varies considerably across regions,creating multiple zones of velocity variation in the gas flow.In contrast,rocks with large initial fracture angles are more susceptible to shear failure,with the primary load-bearing zones aligned along the inclined fracture direction.As a result,the influence on surrounding regions is limited,improving the rock's load-bearing capacity under multistage loading.In these cases,the distribution and proportion of fracture channels become more uniform,promoting more stable gas flow within the channels.Overall,these findings provide theoretical insights into how initial fracture angles govern rock failure patterns and gas flow characteristics.
基金financially supported by,the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(Grant No.2023QN1064)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(Grant No.2023M733772)Jiangsu Funding Program for Excellent Postdoctoral Talent(Grant No.2023ZB847)。
文摘Prepulse combined hydraulic fracturing facilitates the development of fracture networks by integrating prepulse hydraulic loading with conventional hydraulic fracturing.The formation mechanisms of fracture networks between hydraulic and pre-existing fractures under different prepulse loading parameters remain unclear.This research investigates the impact of prepulse loading parameters,including the prepulse loading number ratio(C),prepulse loading stress ratio(S),and prepulse loading frequency(f),on the formation of fracture networks between hydraulic and pre-existing fractures,using both experimental and numerical methods.The results suggest that low prepulse loading stress ratios and high prepulse loading number ratios are advantageous loading modes.Multiple hydraulic fractures are generated in the specimen under the advantageous loading modes,facilitating the development of a complex fracture network.Fatigue damage occurs in the specimen at the prepulse loading stage.The high water pressure at the secondary conventional hydraulic fracturing promotes the growth of hydraulic fractures along the damage zones.This allows the hydraulic fractures to propagate deeply and interact with pre-existing fractures.Under advantageous loading conditions,multiple hydraulic fractures can extend to pre-existing fractures,and these hydraulic fractures penetrate or propagate along pre-existing fractures.Especially when the approach angle is large,the damage range in the specimen during the prepulse loading stage increases,resulting in the formation of more hydraulic fractures.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52204005,52192622,U20A20265)the Sichuan Science Fund for Young Scholars(23NSFSC4652).
文摘Deep shale gas reservoirs in the southern Sichuan Basin are typically characterized by significant horizontal stress anisotropy(expressed as stress difference),variable brittleness-ductility in rock mechanics,and strong heterogeneity.These complex geomechanical conditions lead to pronounced differences in hydraulic fracturing outcomes among wells and sections.To investigate hydraulic fracture propagation and fracturing fluid injection behavior under varying geomechanical settings,true triaxial physical simulation tests were performed on 400×400×400 mm artificial rock samples.The samples were designed with different media properties based on similarity criteria.A sensitivity analysis was conducted to assess the effects of brittleness-ductility characteristics,natural fractures,and in-situ stress conditions.The results reveal that:(i)brittle samples with lower stress difference are favorable for forming complex,perforable fracture networks;(ii)brittle samples with higher stress difference tend to develop simple,planar hydraulic fractures,with natural fractures only slightly activated during very short injection periods;(iii)ductile behavior enhances the activation of natural fractures but reduces fracture complexity compared with brittle samples,even under lower stress difference;and(iv)for typical deep shale formations,larger fluid injection volumes combined with high-density,multi-cluster fracturing techniques are recommended.
文摘BACKGROUND In pediatric age group patients(<18 years old)treated operatively for distal radius/both bone fractures extending imaging beyond the initial postoperative period-particularly in uncomplicated cases-appears to provide limited additional benefit.AIM To determine the necessary number of follow-up X-rays to use resources efficiently.METHODS Participants included in this study are pediatric age group patients who were treated operatively for distal radius/both bone fractures and were identified from a prospected collected data from the operating room database between the years 2009 and 2017.The data in the study included patients who had distal radius fractures and underwent fixation surgery(n=88).RESULTS When assessing the difference in the odds of conducting 1 or less X-ray compared to 2 or more X-rays in regard to the type of fixation,the only significant difference is the closed reduction fixation method.Patients who underwent closed reduction method procedure have significantly lower odds of having 2 more X-rays compared to those who didn’t have closed reduction method.Open reduction,internal fixation,and other fixation methods(close reduction and internal fixation,debridement,or epiphysiodesis)have higher odds of having two or more X-rays compared to patients who did not receive these methods;however,these odds are not statistically significant.CONCLUSION The findings of this study reveal notable absence of a statistically significant association between the frequency of postoperative X-rays and the outcome of children with distal radius fractures.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52574103 and 42277150).
文摘Fractures are typically characterized by roughness that significantlyaffects the mechanical and hydraulic characteristics of reservoirs.However,hydraulic fracturing mechanisms under the influenceof fracture morphology remain largely unexplored.Leveraging the advantages of the finite-discrete element method(FDEM)for explicitly simulating fracture propagation and the strengths of the unifiedpipe model(UPM)for efficientlymodeling dual-permeability seepage,we propose a new hydromechanical(HM)coupling approach for modeling hydraulic fracturing.Validated against benchmark examples,the proposed FDEM-UPM model is further augmented by incorporating a Fourier-based methodology for reconstructing non-planar fractures,enabling quantitative analysis of hydraulic fracturing behavior within rough discrete fracture networks(DFNs).The FDEM-UPM model demonstrates computational advantages in accurately capturing transient hydraulic seepage phenomena,while the asynchronous time-stepping schemes between hydraulic and mechanical analyses substantially enhanced computational efficiencywithout compromising computational accuracy.Our results show that fracture morphology can affect both macroscopic fracture networks and microscopic interaction types between hydraulic fractures(HFs)and natural fractures(NFs).In an isotropic stress field,the initiation azimuth,propagation direction and microcracking mechanism are significantly influencedby fracture roughness.In an anisotropic stress field,HFs invariably propagate parallel to the direction of the maximum principal stress,reducing the overall complexity of the stimulated fracture networks.Additionally,stress concentration and perturbation attributed to fracture morphology tend to be compromised as the leak-off increases,while the breakdown and propagation pressures remain insensitive to fracture morphology.These findingsprovide new insights into the hydraulic fracturing mechanisms of fractured reservoirs containing complex rough DFNs.
基金supported by the Research Fund of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52374205)the Fundamental Research Project of the Educational Department of Liaoning Province(No.JYTMS20230793)the Research Fund of the State Key Laboratory of Coal Resources and Safe Mining,CUMT(No.YJY-XD-2024-A-016).
文摘To address the key scientific challenge of monitoring the dynamic fracturing of surrounding rock in deep roadways,this study systematically investigates the quantitative relationship between stress and charge signals during coal mass loading.By integrating innovative analytical approaches,introducing quantitative evaluation indices,and developing a charge–stress inversion model,and incorporating underground monitoring practices,significant progress has been achieved in elucidating the correlation between stress variations and charge signals throughout the entire coal mass fracturing process.First,in the field of stress–charge correlation analysis,empirical mode decomposition(EMD)was combined with wavelet coherence analysis for the first time,enabling the removal of slow-varying stress trends while retaining high-frequency fluctuations.This approach allowed for the quantitative characterization of the evolution of coherence between stress variations and charge fluctuations across multiple time scales.Second,coherence skewness and the proportion of high-coherence intervals were innovatively introduced to examine the influence of time scale selection on correlation results.On this basis,a criterion for determining the near-optimal observation scale of charge signals was proposed,providing a quantitative reference for time scale selection in similar signal analyses.Finally,by correlating charge signals with coal damage factors and stress states,a charge-based damage evolution equation was established to achieve effective stress inversion.Combined with in situ monitoring of stress and charge in roadway surrounding rock,this approach revealed the correlation characteristics of stress and charge intensity responses during the dynamic fracturing process.The results indicate,first,that charge signals are not significantly correlated with the absolute stress level of coal but are directly associated with stress variations following coal damage and failure,with the amplitude of charge fluctuations increasing alongside stress fluctuations.Second,coherence between stress and charge signals varies markedly across time scales,with excessively small or large scales leading to distortion,and the scale corresponding to the peak proportion of intervals with coherence>0.8 was identified as the near-optimal observation scale.Third,charge signals can effectively characterize coal damage factors,and the established damage evolution equation can effectively invert stress variation trends.Fourth,in underground roadways,zones of dynamic fracturing in surrounding rock are commonly located in areas where stress concentration overlaps with regions of high charge intensity,further confirming the strong consistency between charge and stress variations.These findings improve the theoretical framework of charge signal responses in loaded coal and provide a scientific basis for precise“stress-charge”monitoring of dynamic disasters,offering practical potential for engineering applications.
基金funding for this research comes fromHubei Provincial Natural Science Foundation(2022CFB690)the Open Foundation(UOG2024-03)of Cooperative Innovation Center of Unconventional Oil+1 种基金Gas,Yangtze University(Ministry of Education&Hubei Province)and the Open Foundation(YQZC202302)of Hubei Key Laboratory of Oil and Gas Drilling and Production Engineering(Yangtze University)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant no.U23B20156).
文摘To investigate the long-term fracture conductivity behavior of propped fractures under the high-temperature and high-pressure conditions of deep shale gas reservoirs in the Sichuan Basin,this study systematically analyzed the effects of closure stress,proppant concentration,formation temperature,and proppant size combination.Conductivity experiments were conducted using the HXDL-2C long-term proppant conductivity evaluation system under simulated reservoir conditions to determine the time-dependent evolution of fracture conductivity.The results showed that the 50-h conductivity retention of the rock-plate experiments ranged from 22%to 28%.With increasing closure stress,fracture conductivity exhibited a rapid decline.Under a formation temperature of 120℃ and a proppant concentration of 5 kg·m^(-2),the short-term conductivity of 70/140 mesh quartz-sand-propped fractures was 2.37μm^(2)·cm,which decreased to 0.66μm^(2)·cm after long-term testing.When the closure stress increased to 80 MPa,the short-term and long-term conductivities further declined to 1.36μm^(2)·cm and 0.39μm^(2)·cm,respectively.Increasing the proppant concentration from 5 to 7.5 kg·m^(-2)at 120℃ and 80 MPa improved both short-term and long-term conductivities by enlarging the effective fracture width;however,the conductivity decay rate accelerated,and the 50-h retention dropped from 27.2%to 22.8%.Raising the temperature from 120℃ to 140℃ promoted proppant crushing and compaction,intensified shale creep,and accelerated fracture closure,reducing long-term conductivity from 0.37 to 0.30μm^(2)·cm.Under identical conditions,40/70 mesh ceramic proppants maintained significantly higher conductivities than 70/140 mesh quartz sand,with short-term and long-term values of 8.71 and 2.19μm^(2)·cm,respectively,at 120℃,80 MPa,and 5 kg·m^(-2).Pure quartz-sand systems failed to maintain effective conductivity under high-temperature and high-stress conditions,whereas adding 20%40/70 mesh ceramic proppant and thoroughly mixing it,the long-term conductivity has increased by 2.3 times,improving fracture stability while reducing overall cost.A predictive equation was derived from the experimental results to capture the dynamic decay characteristics of fracture conductivity.These outcomes provide a valuable experimental basis and technical support for optimizing fracturing fluid design,proppant selection,and operation parameters in deep shale formations.
基金supported by the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No.2022JCCXMT01).
文摘The hydraulic fracturing of horizontal wells is a key stimulation technology for unconventional tight oil/gas reservoirs.Good knowledge of the near-well stress eld of a horizontal well can be helpful for the hydraulic fracture design optimization of new wells and refrac design optimization of fractured wells.Azimuth and dip data derived from either focal mechanisms of hydraulic fracturing-induced microseismic events or fracture attributes of hydraulic fracture networks can be used for new-well stress eld inversion.In this work,we present a novel stress inversion method integrating azimuth,dip,and rake data from the focal mechanisms of hydraulically induced microseismic events and fracture attributes of hydraulic fracture networks.For those stages having sufcient reliable microseismic focal mechanisms,strike,dip,and rake data derived from microseismic focal mechanisms are taken as input data for stress inversion.Meanwhile,for those stages that have no microseismic events or insufficient reliable microseismic focal mechanisms,azimuth and dip data derived from fracture attributes of prebuilt hydraulic fracture network are used for stress inversion,along with azimuth,dip,and rake data derived from other stages with sufcient reliable microseismic focal mechanisms.Thus,the near-well stress eld of each stage can be inverted,regardless of whether or not it has hydraulically induced microseismic events.The new method has been applied in the eld surface microseismic dataset during hydraulic fracture stimulation.The results reveal that the inverted near-well stress elds are consistent with the stress orientation derived from shear-wave splitting analysis for sonic logs.This nding demonstrates that the stress inversion method based on strike,dip,and rake data derived from microseismic focal mechanisms and fracture networks can correctly obtain the azimuths of maximum and minimum horizontal stress.
基金supported by the"Tianchi Talents"Program of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region(Project No.51052300560)National Natural Science Foundation of China(Project No.42464006)the Open Fund Project of Key Laboratory of Oil and Gas Resources Research of the Gansu Province(Project No.SZDKFJJ2023007).
文摘The formation and development of natural fractures in tight sandstone reservoirs are governed by a combination of stratigraphic structure,lithological properties,and stress conditions.These fractures often exhibit irregular geometries,signicant variations in height,and complex lling materials,leading to intricate conventional logging responses with pronounced multi-solution ambiguities that complicate accurate identication.To address this challenge,this study proposes a multi-model selective coupling identication method.This approach incorporated data cleaning,augmentation,and resampling techniques during the preprocessing phase.Subsequently,multi-dimensional feature extraction and cascade-based feature selection were performed,followed by optimizing model parameters using random search,Bayesian optimization,and grid search algorithms.High-performing models were selected via an evaluation framework.These models were then coupled through voting mechanisms to construct a robust identication model capable of deeply exploring the nonlinear relationship between fractures and logging data.The proposed method achieved an 85.19%fracture identication accuracy in blind tests involving 27 fracture segments across three wells,demonstrating strong identication capability.This methodology provides a valuable reference for fracture identication in hydrocarbon reservoirs within the Hongde area.
基金the financial support from the Na-tional Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2023YFC2907202)the Postdoctoral Fellowship Program of CPSF(Grant No.GZB20240129).
文摘Abstract:Microwave-based destressing is regarded as a promising approach for proactively preventing and controlling rockbursts in deep hard rock.As the fracturing degree of microwave-induced boreholes is affected by borehole diameter,water content,mineral content,etc.,it is difficult to establish relationships between them.The research aims to unify various factors with heating rate and temperature,and establish a microwave parameter design method based thereon.Tests on microwave-induced borehole fracturing in hard rock with different or similar heating rates and temperatures under true triaxial stress were conducted.The test results show that both heating rate and temperature promote radial fracture of the rock,but have little effect on the development of axial fractures.Compared with heating rate,temperature is a more critical factor influencing microwave-induced fracturing.The effects of the heating rate on rock fracturing become noticeable only at higher temperatures.When the heating rate and temperature are similar but the diameter of the boreholes is different,the crack distribution,total length,wave velocity attenuation,and fracture process are similar.It is feasible to reverse-design microwave parameters under different borehole diameters based on the heating rate and temperature.Thermal fracturing of basalt shows a distinct threshold effect between 150℃ and 195℃(with an average of about 175℃),and the heating rate and borehole diameter exert minor influences thereon.The results provide guidance for the design of microwave parameters in practice.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2020YFA0711800)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.42372159).
文摘Methane in-situ deflagration fracturing in shale is a revolutionary anhydrous technology.This paper selects shale samples from the Longmaxi Formation in Southern Sichuan to conduct deflagration fracturing tests with pressures ranging from 25 MPa to 91 MPa.Pore structure changes were experimentally measured to explore the modification differences of nanoscale pore characteristics under varying deflagration pressures.The results show that within the deflagration pressure range examined in this study,(1)Deflagration fracturing can alter the pore volume and specific surface area but does not affect the distribution characteristics of the pore size's peak position.The maximum increments of total pore volume occur at a pressure of 45 MPa.(2)When the deflagration pressure is less than 45 MPa,porosity gradually increases with rising deflagration pressure.When it is greater than 45 MPa,the porosity does not change significantly.With increasing deflagration pressure,it gradually increases:from nanopores,such as mesopores and macropores,to large pores and microcracks.(3)At the low deflagration pressure stage,under the influence of high temperature,slippage pores gradually increase,which is conducive to gas desorption and diffusion migration.As pressure increases,the impact of the explosion shock wave gradually increases,the volume of seepage pores increases significantly,and seepage dominates the migration mode.
基金Funded by the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2023YFC2412300)the Technology Development Project of Shan-dong Weigao Orthopedic Materials Co.,Ltd.(No.20221h0074)the Independent Innovation Research Fund of Wuhan University of Technology(No.104972024ZHZXhp0027)。
文摘To enhance the mechanical reliability of dental prostheses under long-term service conditions,this study aimed to evaluate the fracture behavior and energy dissipation characteristics of three commonly used prosthetic materials,namely,zirconia ceramics(ZrO_(2)),cobalt-chromium alloy(Co-Cr),and titanium-zirconium alloy(Ti-13Zr),under various crack configurations.A three-dimensional finite element model of a single-crown prosthesis incorporating predefined cracks was established,and both axial and oblique multidirectional loads were applied.Using LS-DYNA software,the deformation patterns,principal stress distribution,and energy release characteristics during crack propagation were systematically analyzed.The experimental results indicate that Ti-13Zr alloy exhibited the highest crack resistance,making it particularly suitable for patients with insufficient bone volume or limited implant space.Co-Cr alloy demonstrated favorable structural stability and mechanical performance under high-load conditions.In contrast,due to its inherent brittleness,ZrO_(2)was more prone to rapid fracture propagation in long-span or high-stress scenarios,although it remains a preferred option for anterior esthetic zones and patients with metal sensitivities.Furthermore,the simulation outcomes were theoretically validated using Griffith's energy-based fracture criterion,reinforcing the accuracy of failure predictions based on principal stress analysis.This study elucidates the differences in clinical applicability among prosthetic materials and reveals their distinct fracture mechanisms,thereby providing a theoretical foundation for optimizing material selection and structural design.The findings contribute to improving the long-term safety and functional stability of implant-supported dental restorations.
