Ghana has four sedimentary basins,but attention has mostly been concentrated on the Tano Basin.This preference among potential investors is largely due to the fact that it has been extensively studied and also its est...Ghana has four sedimentary basins,but attention has mostly been concentrated on the Tano Basin.This preference among potential investors is largely due to the fact that it has been extensively studied and also its established oil and gas reserves,which have facilitated the discovery and development of major fields such as the Jubilee Field.In contrast,the Saltpond,Keta,and Voltaian basins have not undergone the same level of exploration and research,thereby making them less attractive to investors.A comparative analysis of the research conducted on the Tano Basin and the other basins is necessary to identify research opportunities that could enhance understanding of these less-explored basins and increase investor interests.The findings indicate that the Tano Basin requires minimal further exploration,while studies on the Saltpond,Keta,and Voltaian basins have primarily focused on sedimentological and geochemical analyses,offering valuable but limited insights into their petroleum systems and hydrocarbon potential.Unlocking Ghana's hydrocarbon potential demands tailored studies for each basin.In the Tano Basin,the key to sustaining and optimizing production lies in advanced seismic reprocessing,pre-stack depth migration,4D reservoir monitoring,and machine-learning-assisted reservoir characterization to address deepwater complexity and compartmentalization.Revitalizing the Saltpond Basin demands updated petroleum system evaluation through modern geochemical techniques,reprocessed 2D/3D seismic data,and comprehensive 1D–3D basin modeling to clarify trap integrity and overlooked plays.In the underexplored Accra–Keta Basin,high-resolution seismic imaging,sequence stratigraphic mapping,and full petroleum system modeling are essential to define reservoir intervals and assess charge potential.For the Voltaian Basin,a deep seismic profiling,integrated geological mapping,source-rock evaluation,and analog-based reservoir/seal studies are required to evaluate its hydrocarbon potential.These targeted efforts are key to de-risking and advancing exploration.An integrated approach is vital for gaining a deeper understanding of the petroleum system elements in these basins.This will not only expand scientific knowledge and inform decision-making at the highest levels but also provide a strong foundation for future exploration,development,and efficient exploitation of hydrocarbon resources.展开更多
Gas hydrates are ice-like combinations of methane and water.The global inventory of gas hydrates appears to be very large.Recent estimates of the total amount of methane contained in the world’s gas hydrates range
This article presents a research study of complex limestone karst engineering-geological conditions in the municipality Valaskanear Banska Bystrica in Slovakia.The aim of the study is to demonstrate the impossibility ...This article presents a research study of complex limestone karst engineering-geological conditions in the municipality Valaskanear Banska Bystrica in Slovakia.The aim of the study is to demonstrate the impossibility of spatial identification of cave spaces using surface geophysical methods due to the specific engineering-geological conditions of a thick surface layer of anthropogenic fill containing highly heterogeneous anthropogenic material.Its maximum thickness is 3 m.Another specificific condition of the study area is its location in the built-up area,due to which the applicability of geophysical methods was limited.The article contains methodological recommendations to be used in analogous geological conditions with karst structures topped with anthropogenic fill,which complicates the identification of cave spaces.The recommended solution herein is the identification of the cave system using underground mapping of the karst and its projection onto the surface for which surface geophysical methods have been combined.展开更多
The most important aspect of every civil engineering project is acquiring reliable information on the ground on which the project will be constructed. This research includes a site investigation, which is seen as a pr...The most important aspect of every civil engineering project is acquiring reliable information on the ground on which the project will be constructed. This research includes a site investigation, which is seen as a primary stage in gathering geological, geotechnical, and other essential engineering data for structures’ safe and cost-effective design. Five boreholes at well-spaced spots were drilled for subsurface investigation at a maximum depth of 15 m to 30 m. The standard penetration tests (SPT) were performed at different depths, soil samples were taken at various intervals, and lithological changes were observed. The friction angle was between 19.6ºand 33.03º, whereas the cohesion ranges between 0.25 kg/cm<sup>2</sup> and 0.42 kg/cm<sup>2</sup>, indicating a strong resistance to shearing and a high capacity to sustain the load. Furthermore, the soil samples’ maximum dry density ranges from 1.63 g/cm<sup>3</sup> to 1.80 g/cm<sup>3</sup>. In addition, water table depths were recorded from 6.0 m to 7.0 m. The net bearing capacity for isolated/pad foundation at a depth of 1.5 m to 2.5 m below the ground level has been calculated as 95.0 to 120.0 kPa and 120.0 to 180.0 kPa for raft foundation. The net allowable pressure settlement limits for isolated/pad and raft foundations are 25 mm (1-inch) and 50 mm (2-inches), respectively. The investigation has found no severe geological flaws on the proposed construction site, and therefore it is appropriate for the construction of an Air Separation Unit (ASU) Oxygen Plant.展开更多
The objective of this paper is to demonstrate necessity to inform relevant parties about engineering-geological conditions for various practical purposes, especially including appropriate land-use planning. However, t...The objective of this paper is to demonstrate necessity to inform relevant parties about engineering-geological conditions for various practical purposes, especially including appropriate land-use planning. However, the relationship between relevant geological information and the geological environment is vital for foundation engineering purposes, especially where demanding structures are involved. This information is most conveniently structured when accumulated information concerning engineering-geological zones is utilized. This necessarily includes knowledge of rock workability and also of the pre-Quaternary bedrock, and these characteristics were then related to the current built-up area and future development according to the land-use plans in a case study are from the Petrvald Region （Czech Republic）. The geological environment of area has been severely influenced by anthropogenic effects of deep black coal mining. Results of this research showed that future development should be founded on spoil banks, dumps, and settling basins. According to the land-use plan, this zone occupies 44.9% of the area of interest, and its materials predominantly emanate from mining in the Ostrava-Karvina Coal District. For future foundation structures planned there, it is imperative to consult detailed engineering-geological study. However, attention to and reliance on this necessity is not reflected in the existing land-use plan.展开更多
In this study, the geological, petrographical properties of rhyolitic tuffs exposed around ?an-Etili in the Biga Peninsula (NW Turkey) which are pyroclastic products of Late Oligocene-Early Miocene aged ?an Volcanism ...In this study, the geological, petrographical properties of rhyolitic tuffs exposed around ?an-Etili in the Biga Peninsula (NW Turkey) which are pyroclastic products of Late Oligocene-Early Miocene aged ?an Volcanism were investigated, also physical and mechanical characteristics of tuffs introduced and tried to determine the impact on engineering properties of petrographical features. In the region, rhyolitic tuffs called locally “?an stone” have been used as covering and building stones for many years. These tuffs generally have light yellowish, beige, brown colored and different patterns with light yellowish, cream, reddish and brown colors caused by iron oxidation of hydrothermal alteration. They are preferred as coatings and decorative stone with these patterns. ?an stone which consisted of rhyolitic composition, lithic and locally crystalline tuffs has compact structure. The mineral assemblage of tuffs is mainly composed of quartz, plagioclase, rarely biotite, amphibole (hornblende) phenocrystals and opaque mineral with particles of volcanic glass and lithic fragments. Not only petrographical and geochemical analyses were carried out but also standard rock mechanic tests (unit weight, specific gravity, porosity, water absorption and uniaxial compressive strength) on rhyolitic tuffs samples collected from four different quarries (Hoppa Hill, Halilaga, Uzunalan, Dereoba). Simple regression analysis of test results obtained from four different regions and correlations were found good correlation between engineering proper- ties and the petrographical and chemical properties of rhyolitic tuffs.展开更多
Mine water pollution caused by improper discharge of industrial wastewater,waste liquid and waste residue into minedout areas is a new form of pollution occurred in China in recent years.This kind of pollution is buri...Mine water pollution caused by improper discharge of industrial wastewater,waste liquid and waste residue into minedout areas is a new form of pollution occurred in China in recent years.This kind of pollution is buried deeply,and it is difficult to control,dispose and repair.Deep contaminated mine water from abandoned mining areas may even enter the ocean,posing a great threat to marine ecosystems.In this study,using a water pollution incident occurred in a coal field at a depth of 80 m in Shandong Province,China,in 2015,as an example,the methods of engineering block disposal and groundwater remediation are reported,and the remediation effects are tested and evaluated by in-situ chemical detection and geophysical surveys.The test results showed that engineering blocking measures such as cut-off walls can obviously block the DNAPL diffusion process in mine water,but the blocking effect on organic pollutants dissolved in water was limited.It can slow down the diffusion process of organic gas.The presence of mining tunnels and mined-out areas in the contaminated zone enhances the diffusion speed of various pollutants,especially during the remediation process when pollutants rapidly spread throughout the entire contaminated area.Groundwater circulation extraction and oxidation methods have a significant degradation effect on pollutants like dichloromethane,but they may generate a large amount of secondary gaseous pollutants.These gaseous pollutants may migrate to the shallow subsurface through structures such as faults,leading to secondary subsurface contamination.When designing remediation plans,it is crucial to strike a balance between blocking and guiding in the context of both blocking and restoration projects for achieving effective remediation.展开更多
The Lake Hazar basin,located along the Palu segment of the East Anatolian Fault System(EAFS),provides a key natural laboratory for examining transtensional deformation in a major intracontinental strike-slip zone.Inte...The Lake Hazar basin,located along the Palu segment of the East Anatolian Fault System(EAFS),provides a key natural laboratory for examining transtensional deformation in a major intracontinental strike-slip zone.Integrated field mapping,fault-slip analysis,and focal mechanism inversion reveal a polyphase tectonic history involving sequential compressional,strike-slip,and extensional regimes.Rigorous discrimination of heterogeneous fault-slip datasets into homogeneous subsets enabled reconstruction of geologically consistent stress tensors and clarified the temporal transition from strike-slip to transtensional deformation.Paleostress results indicate NNE–SSW compression and NW–SE extension,consistent with present-day seismotectonic and geomorphic patterns.Variations in stress ratio Rvalues(0.26–0.57 for strike-slip;0.28–0.33 for extensional domains)and low misfit angles(<15°)reflect localized strain partitioning and reactivation of inherited faults.The Lake Hazar basin thus evolved from a pull-apart structure into a negative flower geometry through successive deformation and fault linkage.These findings highlight that discriminating polyphase fault-slip data is essential for resolving deformation dynamics in complex fault systems.The integrated structural,paleostress,and seismotectonic framework presented here refines understanding of strain localization,fault reactivation,and stress transfer along the East Anatolian Fault System.展开更多
The failure and collapse of coal pillar ribs represent a significant hazard in the mining industry,with the associated risk of fatalities and injuries anticipated to rise as mining operations advance to greater depths...The failure and collapse of coal pillar ribs represent a significant hazard in the mining industry,with the associated risk of fatalities and injuries anticipated to rise as mining operations advance to greater depths.The development of support guidelines through an enhanced understanding of pillar damage and rock–support interaction mechanisms is crucial to resolving this issue.Bonded block models(BBMs)represent a convenient tool for this purpose,as they can reasonably reproduce the rock fracturing process;however,it is not known to what extent this modeling technique can be applied to simulate pillar failure mechanisms and support interaction in anisotropic rock masses,such as coal.To bridge this gap in research,hypothetical coal pillar BBMs of different width-to-height ratios were developed and calibrated to match Mark–Bieniawski's pillar strength equation,along with a few other attributes from the literature(stress levels at the edge of pillars and the transition from brittle to strain-hardening behavior with increasing width-to-height ratio).Elongated blocks were employed to capture the anisotropic behavior of coal mass.With the reliability of the model established,a few different support patterns were evaluated to ensure that the outputs are broadly consistent with expectations.Finally,simulations of roadway development and additional mining activities were completed considering geo-mining conditions representative of underground coal mines in the USA.The good consistency between model response and expected behaviors per field observation demonstrates the potential of BBMs to be used as a support design tool.展开更多
The impact mechanism of vegetation on slope soil water infiltration and stability in the loess areas of the northeastern Qinghai-Tibet Plateau remains unclear.Understanding this mechanism is crucial for regional ecolo...The impact mechanism of vegetation on slope soil water infiltration and stability in the loess areas of the northeastern Qinghai-Tibet Plateau remains unclear.Understanding this mechanism is crucial for regional ecological restoration and shallow geological disaster prevention.This study investigated slopes covered by Caragana korshinskii Kom.by employing double-ring infiltration tests to explore the permeability characteristics and influencing factors of root-containing soils and to propose an appropriate infiltration model.Considering the synergistic effects of the canopy and roots,the hydrological response and stability of vegetation-covered slopes under rainfall infiltration conditions were evaluated through numerical simulation analysis.The results revealed that within the main root distribution layer(0-0.5 m),the initial and average infiltration rates and the permeability coefficient of the root-soil composite were significantly higher than those of bare land.Coarse roots with diameters of>5 mm were the key contributors to enhancement of the infiltration capacity.The dry density,fine particle content,and initial water content of the soil around the roots were negatively correlated with the infiltration process.The Horton model effectively reproduced the infiltration process under the canopy and on bare land.The roots significantly accelerated the advance of the slope wetting front during rainfall infiltration,whereas the canopy delayed its onset and progression.The rainfall infiltration process on vegetation-covered slopes was divided into three stages:the equilibrium infiltration stage,optimal infiltration stage beneath the canopy,and secondary equilibrium stage.Vegetation enhances slope stability through coupling of the canopy and root,with an order of canopy-root mode>root mode>bare slope.Under heavy rainfall conditions,the direct contribution of canopy interception to slope stability is limited,and its primary role is to delay the occurrence of instability.During this period,the mechanical effect of roots becomes the dominant mechanism in slope protection.展开更多
The Beijing Plain,characterized by a sand-clay interlayer structure,is highly susceptible to ground fissure disasters,which threaten urban construction and residents’lives.However,the characteristics of crack propaga...The Beijing Plain,characterized by a sand-clay interlayer structure,is highly susceptible to ground fissure disasters,which threaten urban construction and residents’lives.However,the characteristics of crack propagation and the influence zone of ground fissures in the sand-clay interlayer remains inadequately understood.Therefore,based on the excavation of large-scale trenches,physical simulation experiments were conducted to investigate the crack propagation of buried ground fissures within sand-clay interlayers.The results showed that two crack patterns,V-shaped anti-dip and dip cracks,occurred during the subsidence of the hanging wall.A total of 33 cracks occurred across the entire profile,with 9 in the sand layer,31 in the clay layer,and 7 in both types of soil.The number of cracks was significantly higher in the clay layer than in the sand layer.Sudden changes occurred as the cracks propagated to the sand-clay interface,weakening or disrupting the surface.Tensile cracking and differential settlement were observed on the surface,and the influence range of the hanging wall was 1.03 to 2.65 times that of the footwall.Additionally,FLAC3D numerical simulations were used to examine the critical displacement values required to induce cracking in the overburden soil layer due to fault movement in the bedrock.A significant positive correlation between the critical displacement(Sv,cr)and overburden thickness(H)was observed,with a correlation coefficient of 0.996.Sv,cr exhibited four stages:Increase,Stable,Increase,and Disappear.This study provides a comprehensive understanding of crack propagation in ground fissures at sand-clay interlayers,offering a scientific basis for the prevention and control of such disasters and optimizing land use in the region.展开更多
As one of China's most important ecological conservation regions,the source region of the Yellow River(SRYR)has a fragile ecological environment.Investigating land use transformations and their ecological conseque...As one of China's most important ecological conservation regions,the source region of the Yellow River(SRYR)has a fragile ecological environment.Investigating land use transformations and their ecological consequences in this region is of great significance for optimizing territorial spatial structure and promoting regional sustainable development.Based on the dominant functions of production-living-ecological space(PLES),we employed the land use transfer matrix and the standard deviational ellipse method to elucidate the spatiotemporal evolution characteristics of PLES in the SRYR from 2000 to 2020.Furthermore,the mechanism underlying the differentiation of eco-environmental effects in this region was explored using the optimal parameter-based geographical detector(OPGD)model.Results indicated that ecological space predominated within the PLES of the SRYR,accounting for approximately 98.74%of the total area.Living space was sparsely distributed in township areas with a proportion below 1.00%.Production space was mainly distributed in Guinan County and Gonghe County,accounting for about 1.16%of the area.In terms of the temporal scale,during 2000–2020,the overall eco-environmental quality of the SRYR exhibited an improving trend,primarily driven by the conversion of other ecological spaces into grassland ecological space.Interaction detection results revealed that the interaction between normalized difference vegetation index and gross domestic product was the strongest.In addition,the interaction between precipitation and temperature showed a significant bilinear enhancement effect.This finding suggests that the variations in eco-environmental quality in the SRYR during 2000–2020 have been jointly influenced by natural,climatic,and human factors.This study helps to provide a scientific basis for the rational layout of PLES and guiding ecological restoration efforts in the SRYR.展开更多
Comprehending the flow behavior of deep-sea mining plumes is paramount for precise predictions of their propagation range and holds immense significance in advancing the commercial exploitation of deep-sea minerals.As...Comprehending the flow behavior of deep-sea mining plumes is paramount for precise predictions of their propagation range and holds immense significance in advancing the commercial exploitation of deep-sea minerals.As deep-sea mining plumes propagate,they can transition from high-density non-Newtonian fluids to low-density Newtonian fluids.However,a comprehensive rheological model capable of accurately describing this intricate evolutionary process is currently lacking.This study explores the variations in rheological properties observed during the propagation of deep-sea mining plumes,utilizing rheological test data obtained from kaolin clay plumes.Utilizing the Power Law model,we established a power exponential function correlating the plume rheological parameters(consistency index and flow behavior index)with a density range from 1.00 to 1.50 g/cm3 through data fitting,developing a rheological model of deep-sea mining plumes considering the variations in plume density.Subsequently,taking into account the differences in sediment properties,the effects of clay content and clay mineral composition on the rheological parameters of natural sediment plumes were compared and analyzed.This model provides a reference for understanding the rheological properties of deep-sea mining plumes during their propagation.展开更多
Rockfall hazards pose significant risks to both cultural heritage and populated areas,necessitating comprehensive assessment methodologies.Despite extensive research on rockfalls,only a small number of studies have di...Rockfall hazards pose significant risks to both cultural heritage and populated areas,necessitating comprehensive assessment methodologies.Despite extensive research on rockfalls,only a small number of studies have directly compared empirical methods with modelling approaches.This study investigated rockfalls in five settlements within the Cappadocia region of Türkiye,employing both empirical methods and advanced three-dimensional(3D)probabilistic modeling.The energy line angle approach was applied to identify rockfall propagation zones,while high-resolution digital surface models derived from unmanned aerial vehicle(UAV)imagery facilitated detailed 3D rockfall simulations.Cappadocia’s unique geological setting—comprising alternating layers of ignimbrites and weaker fluviolacustrine deposits—renders it highly susceptible to rockfalls intensified by wetting-drying and freeze-thaw cycles.Results indicate that rockfall propagation characteristics vary markedly between settlements:Göre and Tatlarin exhibit shorter runout distances due to basalt-dominated slopes,whereas Akköy,SoğanlıandŞahinefendi display longer trajectories associated with welded ignimbrites.Empirical cone propagation analyses correspond broadly with field observations,but variations in energy line angles(23°-33°)highlight the necessity for site-specific calibration.Comparative evaluations demonstrate that 3D probabilistic modeling better captures local-scale block dynamics and identifies high-risk areas affected by topographic and structural features such as rockfall ditches.These findings emphasize the importance of integrating empirical and 3D approaches to improve hazard zoning,optimize mitigation structures and guide the protection of Cappadocia’s unique cultural heritage landscape.展开更多
Accurate prediction of rockburst intensity levels is crucial for ensuring the safety of deep hard rock engineering construction.This paper introduced an expert system for rockburst intensity level prediction that empl...Accurate prediction of rockburst intensity levels is crucial for ensuring the safety of deep hard rock engineering construction.This paper introduced an expert system for rockburst intensity level prediction that employs machine learning algorithms as the basis for its inference rules.The system comprises four modules:a database,a repository,an inference engine,and an interpreter.A database containing 1114 rockburst cases was used to construct 357 datasets that serve as the repository for the expert system.Additionally,19 types of machine learning algorithms were used to establish 6783 micro-models to construct cognitive rules within the inference engine.By integrating probability theory and marginal analysis,a fuzzy scoring method based on the SoftMax function was developed and applied to the interpreter for rockburst intensity level prediction,effectively restoring the continuity of rockburst characteristics.The research results indicate that ensemble algorithms based on decision trees are more effective in capturing the characteristics of rockburst.Key factors for accurate prediction of rockburst intensity include uniaxial compressive strength,elastic energy index,the maximum principal stress,tangential stress,and their composite indicators.The accuracy of the proposed rockburst intensity level prediction expert system was verified using 20 engineering rockburst cases,with predictions aligning closely with the actual rockburst intensity levels.展开更多
Accurate assessment of seismic landslide susceptibility is crucial for disaster prevention and emergency decision-making.Although machine learning methods have been widely applied in this field,they exhibit a strong d...Accurate assessment of seismic landslide susceptibility is crucial for disaster prevention and emergency decision-making.Although machine learning methods have been widely applied in this field,they exhibit a strong dependence on large quantities of highquality samples,resulting in significantly low prediction accuracy of existing studies under data-scarce or crossregional prediction scenarios,which fail to meet practical application requirements.To address this issue,this study proposes an intelligent prediction model integrating transfer learning and a sampling optimization strategy,aiming to enhance the accuracy and applicability of seismic landslide susceptibility assessment.The model first improves the sample collection method through the sampling optimization strategy to enhance the precision and representativeness of training samples.This not only ensures the accuracy of origin area training but also further strengthens the model's predictive ability in the target area.Subsequently,it incorporates Transfer Component Analysis(TCA)to overcome the differences in environmental characteristics between the origin area and target area,and couples TCA with the Light GBM algorithm to construct the TCA-Light GBM model,realizing the assessment of seismic landslide susceptibility in sample-free areas.Validated through case studies of the Jiuzhaigou and Luding earthquakes,the results demonstrate that the proposed TCALight GBM transfer learning method exhibits excellent applicability in seismic landslide susceptibility prediction.After optimization with the TCA algorithm,the model's prediction performance in the target domain is significantly improved,with the AUC value increasing from 0.719 to 0.827,representing an increase of approximately 15.02%.This indicates that TCA technology can effectively alleviate the feature distribution discrepancy between the source domain and target domain,enhancing the model's generalization ability.The method is particularly suitable for scenarios with data scarcity and cross-regional prediction and can provide reliable technical support for the emergency response and risk prevention and control of seismic hazards.展开更多
As a critical ecological barrier in China,the Qinling Mountains see their ecological functions significantly impaired by frequent shallow landslides.However,existing research on the distribution characteristics and dr...As a critical ecological barrier in China,the Qinling Mountains see their ecological functions significantly impaired by frequent shallow landslides.However,existing research on the distribution characteristics and driving mechanisms of such landslides remains relatively limited.To address this knowledge gap,the present study integrated data analysis,field investigations,and remote sensing interpretation to construct a landslide database for the core area of the Qinling Mountains,and systematically analyzed the spatial patterns,development characteristics,and environmental driving factors of shallow landslides.The results reveal that shallow landslides are predominantly small-to-medium in scale,concentrated in regions with an altitude of 800–1000 m and a slope gradient of approximately 30°,with a distinct tendency to develop on sunny(southfacing)slopes.The occurrence frequency of these landslides exhibits a significant positive correlation with the soil moisture content of the weathered layer and the degree of groundwater enrichment in the study area.Specifically,these landslides are mainly developed in bedrock fissure water zones and karst fissure water zones with favorable water-bearing capacity,indicating that rainfall and surface hydrological processes are the key triggering factors for shallow landslides.Notably,vegetation exerts a mediating role in the"vegetation-hydrology-landslide"system:shallow landslides occur most frequently in areas with artificial or shrub-grass vegetation,peaking at a moderate coverage of 50%–60%.This peak suggests that vegetation within this range is ineffective at regulating soil moisture,while the interaction between specific vegetation types and hydrological enrichment further exacerbates landslide risk.By prioritizing the weights of vegetation and hydrological factors,we enhanced the information quantity model,which significantly improved its performance and increased the AUC value to 0.83.These findings confirm the pivotal roles of vegetation and hydrological factors,thereby providing a robust scientific basis for targeted landslide prevention and control in this region.展开更多
Effective management of mining areas in the Luo River Basin,located in the eastern Qinling Mountains,is vital for the integrated protection and restoration needed to support the high-quality development of the Yellow ...Effective management of mining areas in the Luo River Basin,located in the eastern Qinling Mountains,is vital for the integrated protection and restoration needed to support the high-quality development of the Yellow River Basin.Using the‘cupball'model,this study analyzes the limiting factors and restoration characteristics across four mining areas and proposes a conceptual model for selecting appropriate restoration approaches.A second conceptual model is then introduced to address regional development needs,incorporating ecological conservation,safety protection,and people's wellbeing.The applicability of the integrated model selection framework is demonstrated through a case study on the south bank of the Qinglongjian River.The results indicate that:(1)The key limiting factors are similar across cases,but the degree of ecological degradation varies.(2)Mildly degraded areas are represented by a shallower and narrower‘cup',where natural recovery is the preferred approach,whereas moderately and severely degraded systems call for assisted regeneration and ecological reconstruction,respectively.(3)When the restoration models determined based on limiting factors and development needs are consistent,the model is directly applicable;if they differ,the option involving less artificial intervention is preferred;(4)Monitoring of the restored mining area on the Qinglongjian River's south bank confirms significant improvements in soil erosion control and vegetation coverage.This study provides a transferable methodology for balancing resource extraction with ecosystem conservation,offering practical insights for other ecologically vulnerable mining regions.展开更多
Strain measurements during uniaxial compressive strength(UCS)testing and their subsequent interpretation to obtain elastic parameters are relatively straightforward for most rocks.However,for slates,which are foliated...Strain measurements during uniaxial compressive strength(UCS)testing and their subsequent interpretation to obtain elastic parameters are relatively straightforward for most rocks.However,for slates,which are foliated metamorphic rocks characterized by significant anisotropy,the dependence of elastic properties on the orientation of foliation complicates the measurement and interpretation of strain data.In this study,a series of wave propagation velocity tests and UCS tests are conducted on cylindrical and prismatic slate specimens to gain a better understanding of how to obtain and process deformability and strength results.Wave propagation velocity results demonstrate an increase with the dip of foliation planes crossed,which is consistent with previous studies.Based on UCS test results,two methodologies are considered for obtaining transversely isotropic deformability parameters:the least-squares method and the recently proposed generalized reduction gradient(GRG)algorithm.Their performance is assessed in the context of potentially variable and limited amounts of data.GRG algorithms provide an enhanced analysis technique for estimating anisotropic elastic properties when dealing with limited or heterogeneous laboratory test data.Different strength models have also been considered,including the classic Jaeger's weakness plane(JPW)and its subsequent modification,i.e.2HBJPW.The 2HBJPW approach has proven to be more consistent with the obtained results and enhances the representation of the strength properties of slates.Additionally,a finite element method(FEM)numerical approach is employed to compare results with analytical and experimental ones,demonstrating a good match,thereby offering calibrated inputs for rock engineering applications.展开更多
The paleo-geothermal gradient is a crucial parameter for converting the thermal history to the exhumation history.However,the precise estimation of this parameter has been a challenge.This paper presents a simple two-...The paleo-geothermal gradient is a crucial parameter for converting the thermal history to the exhumation history.However,the precise estimation of this parameter has been a challenge.This paper presents a simple two-step method to model the paleo-geothermal gradient using low-temperature thermochronology.(1)It uses the Monte Carlo approach to generate thermal histories in a vertical section randomly and calculates the entire thermal history within the goodnessof-fit thresholds based on different paleo-geothermal gradients.(2)It selects the optimum paleogeothermal gradient by comparing the entire thermal history within different goodness-of-fit thresholds.We validated the method with apatite(U-Th)/He and fission track data collected from two drill cores in the Haiyuan-Liupanshan region.The result revealed that the best-fit paleo-geothermal gradient was~42℃/km during the Early Cretaceous–Miocene and has decreased rapidly to 20℃/km since~10 Ma.The crust thickening in the study area may explain the rapid reduction in the paleogeothermal gradient since~10 Ma.Our results are consistent with earlier studies in the region,suggesting that our simple and more intuitive approach provides an alternative method for paleogeothermal gradient modeling.展开更多
文摘Ghana has four sedimentary basins,but attention has mostly been concentrated on the Tano Basin.This preference among potential investors is largely due to the fact that it has been extensively studied and also its established oil and gas reserves,which have facilitated the discovery and development of major fields such as the Jubilee Field.In contrast,the Saltpond,Keta,and Voltaian basins have not undergone the same level of exploration and research,thereby making them less attractive to investors.A comparative analysis of the research conducted on the Tano Basin and the other basins is necessary to identify research opportunities that could enhance understanding of these less-explored basins and increase investor interests.The findings indicate that the Tano Basin requires minimal further exploration,while studies on the Saltpond,Keta,and Voltaian basins have primarily focused on sedimentological and geochemical analyses,offering valuable but limited insights into their petroleum systems and hydrocarbon potential.Unlocking Ghana's hydrocarbon potential demands tailored studies for each basin.In the Tano Basin,the key to sustaining and optimizing production lies in advanced seismic reprocessing,pre-stack depth migration,4D reservoir monitoring,and machine-learning-assisted reservoir characterization to address deepwater complexity and compartmentalization.Revitalizing the Saltpond Basin demands updated petroleum system evaluation through modern geochemical techniques,reprocessed 2D/3D seismic data,and comprehensive 1D–3D basin modeling to clarify trap integrity and overlooked plays.In the underexplored Accra–Keta Basin,high-resolution seismic imaging,sequence stratigraphic mapping,and full petroleum system modeling are essential to define reservoir intervals and assess charge potential.For the Voltaian Basin,a deep seismic profiling,integrated geological mapping,source-rock evaluation,and analog-based reservoir/seal studies are required to evaluate its hydrocarbon potential.These targeted efforts are key to de-risking and advancing exploration.An integrated approach is vital for gaining a deeper understanding of the petroleum system elements in these basins.This will not only expand scientific knowledge and inform decision-making at the highest levels but also provide a strong foundation for future exploration,development,and efficient exploitation of hydrocarbon resources.
基金funded by National Natural Science Foundation of China (41427803)
文摘Gas hydrates are ice-like combinations of methane and water.The global inventory of gas hydrates appears to be very large.Recent estimates of the total amount of methane contained in the world’s gas hydrates range
基金the support of the project(SP2017/22)which is the base of this articlepartially supported by the Slovak Research and Development Agency under contract No.APVV-0129-12the Scientific Grant Agency of the Ministry of Education,Science,Research and Sport of the Slovak Republic and the Slovak Academy of Sciences(VEGA)within the project No.1/0559/17 and APVV 1/0462/16。
文摘This article presents a research study of complex limestone karst engineering-geological conditions in the municipality Valaskanear Banska Bystrica in Slovakia.The aim of the study is to demonstrate the impossibility of spatial identification of cave spaces using surface geophysical methods due to the specific engineering-geological conditions of a thick surface layer of anthropogenic fill containing highly heterogeneous anthropogenic material.Its maximum thickness is 3 m.Another specificific condition of the study area is its location in the built-up area,due to which the applicability of geophysical methods was limited.The article contains methodological recommendations to be used in analogous geological conditions with karst structures topped with anthropogenic fill,which complicates the identification of cave spaces.The recommended solution herein is the identification of the cave system using underground mapping of the karst and its projection onto the surface for which surface geophysical methods have been combined.
文摘The most important aspect of every civil engineering project is acquiring reliable information on the ground on which the project will be constructed. This research includes a site investigation, which is seen as a primary stage in gathering geological, geotechnical, and other essential engineering data for structures’ safe and cost-effective design. Five boreholes at well-spaced spots were drilled for subsurface investigation at a maximum depth of 15 m to 30 m. The standard penetration tests (SPT) were performed at different depths, soil samples were taken at various intervals, and lithological changes were observed. The friction angle was between 19.6ºand 33.03º, whereas the cohesion ranges between 0.25 kg/cm<sup>2</sup> and 0.42 kg/cm<sup>2</sup>, indicating a strong resistance to shearing and a high capacity to sustain the load. Furthermore, the soil samples’ maximum dry density ranges from 1.63 g/cm<sup>3</sup> to 1.80 g/cm<sup>3</sup>. In addition, water table depths were recorded from 6.0 m to 7.0 m. The net bearing capacity for isolated/pad foundation at a depth of 1.5 m to 2.5 m below the ground level has been calculated as 95.0 to 120.0 kPa and 120.0 to 180.0 kPa for raft foundation. The net allowable pressure settlement limits for isolated/pad and raft foundations are 25 mm (1-inch) and 50 mm (2-inches), respectively. The investigation has found no severe geological flaws on the proposed construction site, and therefore it is appropriate for the construction of an Air Separation Unit (ASU) Oxygen Plant.
基金Czech Science Foundation for their support of project(GACR-105/09/1631)
文摘The objective of this paper is to demonstrate necessity to inform relevant parties about engineering-geological conditions for various practical purposes, especially including appropriate land-use planning. However, the relationship between relevant geological information and the geological environment is vital for foundation engineering purposes, especially where demanding structures are involved. This information is most conveniently structured when accumulated information concerning engineering-geological zones is utilized. This necessarily includes knowledge of rock workability and also of the pre-Quaternary bedrock, and these characteristics were then related to the current built-up area and future development according to the land-use plans in a case study are from the Petrvald Region （Czech Republic）. The geological environment of area has been severely influenced by anthropogenic effects of deep black coal mining. Results of this research showed that future development should be founded on spoil banks, dumps, and settling basins. According to the land-use plan, this zone occupies 44.9% of the area of interest, and its materials predominantly emanate from mining in the Ostrava-Karvina Coal District. For future foundation structures planned there, it is imperative to consult detailed engineering-geological study. However, attention to and reliance on this necessity is not reflected in the existing land-use plan.
基金financially supported by The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey(TUBI-TAK.Project No.105Y114)
文摘In this study, the geological, petrographical properties of rhyolitic tuffs exposed around ?an-Etili in the Biga Peninsula (NW Turkey) which are pyroclastic products of Late Oligocene-Early Miocene aged ?an Volcanism were investigated, also physical and mechanical characteristics of tuffs introduced and tried to determine the impact on engineering properties of petrographical features. In the region, rhyolitic tuffs called locally “?an stone” have been used as covering and building stones for many years. These tuffs generally have light yellowish, beige, brown colored and different patterns with light yellowish, cream, reddish and brown colors caused by iron oxidation of hydrothermal alteration. They are preferred as coatings and decorative stone with these patterns. ?an stone which consisted of rhyolitic composition, lithic and locally crystalline tuffs has compact structure. The mineral assemblage of tuffs is mainly composed of quartz, plagioclase, rarely biotite, amphibole (hornblende) phenocrystals and opaque mineral with particles of volcanic glass and lithic fragments. Not only petrographical and geochemical analyses were carried out but also standard rock mechanic tests (unit weight, specific gravity, porosity, water absorption and uniaxial compressive strength) on rhyolitic tuffs samples collected from four different quarries (Hoppa Hill, Halilaga, Uzunalan, Dereoba). Simple regression analysis of test results obtained from four different regions and correlations were found good correlation between engineering proper- ties and the petrographical and chemical properties of rhyolitic tuffs.
基金supported by the Polluted Site Remediation Project of Gao Village,Puji Street,Zhangqiu District,Jinan City,Shandong Provincefinancially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.42072331,U1906209)the Taishan Scholar Foundation(No.tstp20230626)。
文摘Mine water pollution caused by improper discharge of industrial wastewater,waste liquid and waste residue into minedout areas is a new form of pollution occurred in China in recent years.This kind of pollution is buried deeply,and it is difficult to control,dispose and repair.Deep contaminated mine water from abandoned mining areas may even enter the ocean,posing a great threat to marine ecosystems.In this study,using a water pollution incident occurred in a coal field at a depth of 80 m in Shandong Province,China,in 2015,as an example,the methods of engineering block disposal and groundwater remediation are reported,and the remediation effects are tested and evaluated by in-situ chemical detection and geophysical surveys.The test results showed that engineering blocking measures such as cut-off walls can obviously block the DNAPL diffusion process in mine water,but the blocking effect on organic pollutants dissolved in water was limited.It can slow down the diffusion process of organic gas.The presence of mining tunnels and mined-out areas in the contaminated zone enhances the diffusion speed of various pollutants,especially during the remediation process when pollutants rapidly spread throughout the entire contaminated area.Groundwater circulation extraction and oxidation methods have a significant degradation effect on pollutants like dichloromethane,but they may generate a large amount of secondary gaseous pollutants.These gaseous pollutants may migrate to the shallow subsurface through structures such as faults,leading to secondary subsurface contamination.When designing remediation plans,it is crucial to strike a balance between blocking and guiding in the context of both blocking and restoration projects for achieving effective remediation.
文摘The Lake Hazar basin,located along the Palu segment of the East Anatolian Fault System(EAFS),provides a key natural laboratory for examining transtensional deformation in a major intracontinental strike-slip zone.Integrated field mapping,fault-slip analysis,and focal mechanism inversion reveal a polyphase tectonic history involving sequential compressional,strike-slip,and extensional regimes.Rigorous discrimination of heterogeneous fault-slip datasets into homogeneous subsets enabled reconstruction of geologically consistent stress tensors and clarified the temporal transition from strike-slip to transtensional deformation.Paleostress results indicate NNE–SSW compression and NW–SE extension,consistent with present-day seismotectonic and geomorphic patterns.Variations in stress ratio Rvalues(0.26–0.57 for strike-slip;0.28–0.33 for extensional domains)and low misfit angles(<15°)reflect localized strain partitioning and reactivation of inherited faults.The Lake Hazar basin thus evolved from a pull-apart structure into a negative flower geometry through successive deformation and fault linkage.These findings highlight that discriminating polyphase fault-slip data is essential for resolving deformation dynamics in complex fault systems.The integrated structural,paleostress,and seismotectonic framework presented here refines understanding of strain localization,fault reactivation,and stress transfer along the East Anatolian Fault System.
基金sponsored by the Alpha Foundation for the Improvement of Mine Safety and Health,Inc.(ALPHA FOUNDATION).
文摘The failure and collapse of coal pillar ribs represent a significant hazard in the mining industry,with the associated risk of fatalities and injuries anticipated to rise as mining operations advance to greater depths.The development of support guidelines through an enhanced understanding of pillar damage and rock–support interaction mechanisms is crucial to resolving this issue.Bonded block models(BBMs)represent a convenient tool for this purpose,as they can reasonably reproduce the rock fracturing process;however,it is not known to what extent this modeling technique can be applied to simulate pillar failure mechanisms and support interaction in anisotropic rock masses,such as coal.To bridge this gap in research,hypothetical coal pillar BBMs of different width-to-height ratios were developed and calibrated to match Mark–Bieniawski's pillar strength equation,along with a few other attributes from the literature(stress levels at the edge of pillars and the transition from brittle to strain-hardening behavior with increasing width-to-height ratio).Elongated blocks were employed to capture the anisotropic behavior of coal mass.With the reliability of the model established,a few different support patterns were evaluated to ensure that the outputs are broadly consistent with expectations.Finally,simulations of roadway development and additional mining activities were completed considering geo-mining conditions representative of underground coal mines in the USA.The good consistency between model response and expected behaviors per field observation demonstrates the potential of BBMs to be used as a support design tool.
基金funded by Science and Technology Program of Qinghai Province of China(2024-SF-129)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(42002283).
文摘The impact mechanism of vegetation on slope soil water infiltration and stability in the loess areas of the northeastern Qinghai-Tibet Plateau remains unclear.Understanding this mechanism is crucial for regional ecological restoration and shallow geological disaster prevention.This study investigated slopes covered by Caragana korshinskii Kom.by employing double-ring infiltration tests to explore the permeability characteristics and influencing factors of root-containing soils and to propose an appropriate infiltration model.Considering the synergistic effects of the canopy and roots,the hydrological response and stability of vegetation-covered slopes under rainfall infiltration conditions were evaluated through numerical simulation analysis.The results revealed that within the main root distribution layer(0-0.5 m),the initial and average infiltration rates and the permeability coefficient of the root-soil composite were significantly higher than those of bare land.Coarse roots with diameters of>5 mm were the key contributors to enhancement of the infiltration capacity.The dry density,fine particle content,and initial water content of the soil around the roots were negatively correlated with the infiltration process.The Horton model effectively reproduced the infiltration process under the canopy and on bare land.The roots significantly accelerated the advance of the slope wetting front during rainfall infiltration,whereas the canopy delayed its onset and progression.The rainfall infiltration process on vegetation-covered slopes was divided into three stages:the equilibrium infiltration stage,optimal infiltration stage beneath the canopy,and secondary equilibrium stage.Vegetation enhances slope stability through coupling of the canopy and root,with an order of canopy-root mode>root mode>bare slope.Under heavy rainfall conditions,the direct contribution of canopy interception to slope stability is limited,and its primary role is to delay the occurrence of instability.During this period,the mechanical effect of roots becomes the dominant mechanism in slope protection.
基金financial support was received for the research,authorship,and/or publication of this articlesupported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.41877250,41272284,41807243)+2 种基金the Key Laboratory of Earth Fissures Geological Disaster,Ministry of Natural Resources(Grant No.EFGD20240601)the Natural Science Foundation of Shaanxi Province-General Project(Grant No.2023-JC-YB-231)-Suitability Evaluation of Precast Prestressed Underground Comprehensive Pipe Gallery Crossing Active Ground Fissurethe Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,CHD(Grant Nos.300102264909).
文摘The Beijing Plain,characterized by a sand-clay interlayer structure,is highly susceptible to ground fissure disasters,which threaten urban construction and residents’lives.However,the characteristics of crack propagation and the influence zone of ground fissures in the sand-clay interlayer remains inadequately understood.Therefore,based on the excavation of large-scale trenches,physical simulation experiments were conducted to investigate the crack propagation of buried ground fissures within sand-clay interlayers.The results showed that two crack patterns,V-shaped anti-dip and dip cracks,occurred during the subsidence of the hanging wall.A total of 33 cracks occurred across the entire profile,with 9 in the sand layer,31 in the clay layer,and 7 in both types of soil.The number of cracks was significantly higher in the clay layer than in the sand layer.Sudden changes occurred as the cracks propagated to the sand-clay interface,weakening or disrupting the surface.Tensile cracking and differential settlement were observed on the surface,and the influence range of the hanging wall was 1.03 to 2.65 times that of the footwall.Additionally,FLAC3D numerical simulations were used to examine the critical displacement values required to induce cracking in the overburden soil layer due to fault movement in the bedrock.A significant positive correlation between the critical displacement(Sv,cr)and overburden thickness(H)was observed,with a correlation coefficient of 0.996.Sv,cr exhibited four stages:Increase,Stable,Increase,and Disappear.This study provides a comprehensive understanding of crack propagation in ground fissures at sand-clay interlayers,offering a scientific basis for the prevention and control of such disasters and optimizing land use in the region.
基金financially supported by the Qinghai Provincial Applied Basic Research Program,China(2024-ZJ-953)。
文摘As one of China's most important ecological conservation regions,the source region of the Yellow River(SRYR)has a fragile ecological environment.Investigating land use transformations and their ecological consequences in this region is of great significance for optimizing territorial spatial structure and promoting regional sustainable development.Based on the dominant functions of production-living-ecological space(PLES),we employed the land use transfer matrix and the standard deviational ellipse method to elucidate the spatiotemporal evolution characteristics of PLES in the SRYR from 2000 to 2020.Furthermore,the mechanism underlying the differentiation of eco-environmental effects in this region was explored using the optimal parameter-based geographical detector(OPGD)model.Results indicated that ecological space predominated within the PLES of the SRYR,accounting for approximately 98.74%of the total area.Living space was sparsely distributed in township areas with a proportion below 1.00%.Production space was mainly distributed in Guinan County and Gonghe County,accounting for about 1.16%of the area.In terms of the temporal scale,during 2000–2020,the overall eco-environmental quality of the SRYR exhibited an improving trend,primarily driven by the conversion of other ecological spaces into grassland ecological space.Interaction detection results revealed that the interaction between normalized difference vegetation index and gross domestic product was the strongest.In addition,the interaction between precipitation and temperature showed a significant bilinear enhancement effect.This finding suggests that the variations in eco-environmental quality in the SRYR during 2000–2020 have been jointly influenced by natural,climatic,and human factors.This study helps to provide a scientific basis for the rational layout of PLES and guiding ecological restoration efforts in the SRYR.
基金Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Marine Environment and Geological Engineering with grant at Ocean University of China,Grant/Award Numbers:MEGE2024001,MEGE2024002National Natural Science Foundation of China,Grant/Award Number:42207181+2 种基金Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,Grant/Award Number:202441003Opening Fund of the State Key Laboratory of Coastal and Offshore Engineering at Dalian University of Technology,Grant/Award Number:LP2310National Key Research and Development Program of China,Grant/Award Number:2024YFC2815400。
文摘Comprehending the flow behavior of deep-sea mining plumes is paramount for precise predictions of their propagation range and holds immense significance in advancing the commercial exploitation of deep-sea minerals.As deep-sea mining plumes propagate,they can transition from high-density non-Newtonian fluids to low-density Newtonian fluids.However,a comprehensive rheological model capable of accurately describing this intricate evolutionary process is currently lacking.This study explores the variations in rheological properties observed during the propagation of deep-sea mining plumes,utilizing rheological test data obtained from kaolin clay plumes.Utilizing the Power Law model,we established a power exponential function correlating the plume rheological parameters(consistency index and flow behavior index)with a density range from 1.00 to 1.50 g/cm3 through data fitting,developing a rheological model of deep-sea mining plumes considering the variations in plume density.Subsequently,taking into account the differences in sediment properties,the effects of clay content and clay mineral composition on the rheological parameters of natural sediment plumes were compared and analyzed.This model provides a reference for understanding the rheological properties of deep-sea mining plumes during their propagation.
基金financially supported by The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Türkiye(T??B1TAK)with the project number 121C420。
文摘Rockfall hazards pose significant risks to both cultural heritage and populated areas,necessitating comprehensive assessment methodologies.Despite extensive research on rockfalls,only a small number of studies have directly compared empirical methods with modelling approaches.This study investigated rockfalls in five settlements within the Cappadocia region of Türkiye,employing both empirical methods and advanced three-dimensional(3D)probabilistic modeling.The energy line angle approach was applied to identify rockfall propagation zones,while high-resolution digital surface models derived from unmanned aerial vehicle(UAV)imagery facilitated detailed 3D rockfall simulations.Cappadocia’s unique geological setting—comprising alternating layers of ignimbrites and weaker fluviolacustrine deposits—renders it highly susceptible to rockfalls intensified by wetting-drying and freeze-thaw cycles.Results indicate that rockfall propagation characteristics vary markedly between settlements:Göre and Tatlarin exhibit shorter runout distances due to basalt-dominated slopes,whereas Akköy,SoğanlıandŞahinefendi display longer trajectories associated with welded ignimbrites.Empirical cone propagation analyses correspond broadly with field observations,but variations in energy line angles(23°-33°)highlight the necessity for site-specific calibration.Comparative evaluations demonstrate that 3D probabilistic modeling better captures local-scale block dynamics and identifies high-risk areas affected by topographic and structural features such as rockfall ditches.These findings emphasize the importance of integrating empirical and 3D approaches to improve hazard zoning,optimize mitigation structures and guide the protection of Cappadocia’s unique cultural heritage landscape.
基金Project(42077244)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(2020-05)supported by the Open Research Fund of Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Deep Earth Sciences and Geothermal Energy Exploitation and Utilization,China。
文摘Accurate prediction of rockburst intensity levels is crucial for ensuring the safety of deep hard rock engineering construction.This paper introduced an expert system for rockburst intensity level prediction that employs machine learning algorithms as the basis for its inference rules.The system comprises four modules:a database,a repository,an inference engine,and an interpreter.A database containing 1114 rockburst cases was used to construct 357 datasets that serve as the repository for the expert system.Additionally,19 types of machine learning algorithms were used to establish 6783 micro-models to construct cognitive rules within the inference engine.By integrating probability theory and marginal analysis,a fuzzy scoring method based on the SoftMax function was developed and applied to the interpreter for rockburst intensity level prediction,effectively restoring the continuity of rockburst characteristics.The research results indicate that ensemble algorithms based on decision trees are more effective in capturing the characteristics of rockburst.Key factors for accurate prediction of rockburst intensity include uniaxial compressive strength,elastic energy index,the maximum principal stress,tangential stress,and their composite indicators.The accuracy of the proposed rockburst intensity level prediction expert system was verified using 20 engineering rockburst cases,with predictions aligning closely with the actual rockburst intensity levels.
文摘Accurate assessment of seismic landslide susceptibility is crucial for disaster prevention and emergency decision-making.Although machine learning methods have been widely applied in this field,they exhibit a strong dependence on large quantities of highquality samples,resulting in significantly low prediction accuracy of existing studies under data-scarce or crossregional prediction scenarios,which fail to meet practical application requirements.To address this issue,this study proposes an intelligent prediction model integrating transfer learning and a sampling optimization strategy,aiming to enhance the accuracy and applicability of seismic landslide susceptibility assessment.The model first improves the sample collection method through the sampling optimization strategy to enhance the precision and representativeness of training samples.This not only ensures the accuracy of origin area training but also further strengthens the model's predictive ability in the target area.Subsequently,it incorporates Transfer Component Analysis(TCA)to overcome the differences in environmental characteristics between the origin area and target area,and couples TCA with the Light GBM algorithm to construct the TCA-Light GBM model,realizing the assessment of seismic landslide susceptibility in sample-free areas.Validated through case studies of the Jiuzhaigou and Luding earthquakes,the results demonstrate that the proposed TCALight GBM transfer learning method exhibits excellent applicability in seismic landslide susceptibility prediction.After optimization with the TCA algorithm,the model's prediction performance in the target domain is significantly improved,with the AUC value increasing from 0.719 to 0.827,representing an increase of approximately 15.02%.This indicates that TCA technology can effectively alleviate the feature distribution discrepancy between the source domain and target domain,enhancing the model's generalization ability.The method is particularly suitable for scenarios with data scarcity and cross-regional prediction and can provide reliable technical support for the emergency response and risk prevention and control of seismic hazards.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2024YFF1306502)three Special Programs of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.42341101,42442045,42307220)the Basic Scientific Research Business Funds of Central Universities(Nos.300102263401,300102265501,300102264103)。
文摘As a critical ecological barrier in China,the Qinling Mountains see their ecological functions significantly impaired by frequent shallow landslides.However,existing research on the distribution characteristics and driving mechanisms of such landslides remains relatively limited.To address this knowledge gap,the present study integrated data analysis,field investigations,and remote sensing interpretation to construct a landslide database for the core area of the Qinling Mountains,and systematically analyzed the spatial patterns,development characteristics,and environmental driving factors of shallow landslides.The results reveal that shallow landslides are predominantly small-to-medium in scale,concentrated in regions with an altitude of 800–1000 m and a slope gradient of approximately 30°,with a distinct tendency to develop on sunny(southfacing)slopes.The occurrence frequency of these landslides exhibits a significant positive correlation with the soil moisture content of the weathered layer and the degree of groundwater enrichment in the study area.Specifically,these landslides are mainly developed in bedrock fissure water zones and karst fissure water zones with favorable water-bearing capacity,indicating that rainfall and surface hydrological processes are the key triggering factors for shallow landslides.Notably,vegetation exerts a mediating role in the"vegetation-hydrology-landslide"system:shallow landslides occur most frequently in areas with artificial or shrub-grass vegetation,peaking at a moderate coverage of 50%–60%.This peak suggests that vegetation within this range is ineffective at regulating soil moisture,while the interaction between specific vegetation types and hydrological enrichment further exacerbates landslide risk.By prioritizing the weights of vegetation and hydrological factors,we enhanced the information quantity model,which significantly improved its performance and increased the AUC value to 0.83.These findings confirm the pivotal roles of vegetation and hydrological factors,thereby providing a robust scientific basis for targeted landslide prevention and control in this region.
基金supported by Special major projects for research and development of Henan Provincial(Science and Technology Research Project)(No.252102321104)Humanities and Social Sciences Youth Foundation,Ministry of Education(24YJCZH410)。
文摘Effective management of mining areas in the Luo River Basin,located in the eastern Qinling Mountains,is vital for the integrated protection and restoration needed to support the high-quality development of the Yellow River Basin.Using the‘cupball'model,this study analyzes the limiting factors and restoration characteristics across four mining areas and proposes a conceptual model for selecting appropriate restoration approaches.A second conceptual model is then introduced to address regional development needs,incorporating ecological conservation,safety protection,and people's wellbeing.The applicability of the integrated model selection framework is demonstrated through a case study on the south bank of the Qinglongjian River.The results indicate that:(1)The key limiting factors are similar across cases,but the degree of ecological degradation varies.(2)Mildly degraded areas are represented by a shallower and narrower‘cup',where natural recovery is the preferred approach,whereas moderately and severely degraded systems call for assisted regeneration and ecological reconstruction,respectively.(3)When the restoration models determined based on limiting factors and development needs are consistent,the model is directly applicable;if they differ,the option involving less artificial intervention is preferred;(4)Monitoring of the restored mining area on the Qinglongjian River's south bank confirms significant improvements in soil erosion control and vegetation coverage.This study provides a transferable methodology for balancing resource extraction with ecosystem conservation,offering practical insights for other ecologically vulnerable mining regions.
文摘Strain measurements during uniaxial compressive strength(UCS)testing and their subsequent interpretation to obtain elastic parameters are relatively straightforward for most rocks.However,for slates,which are foliated metamorphic rocks characterized by significant anisotropy,the dependence of elastic properties on the orientation of foliation complicates the measurement and interpretation of strain data.In this study,a series of wave propagation velocity tests and UCS tests are conducted on cylindrical and prismatic slate specimens to gain a better understanding of how to obtain and process deformability and strength results.Wave propagation velocity results demonstrate an increase with the dip of foliation planes crossed,which is consistent with previous studies.Based on UCS test results,two methodologies are considered for obtaining transversely isotropic deformability parameters:the least-squares method and the recently proposed generalized reduction gradient(GRG)algorithm.Their performance is assessed in the context of potentially variable and limited amounts of data.GRG algorithms provide an enhanced analysis technique for estimating anisotropic elastic properties when dealing with limited or heterogeneous laboratory test data.Different strength models have also been considered,including the classic Jaeger's weakness plane(JPW)and its subsequent modification,i.e.2HBJPW.The 2HBJPW approach has proven to be more consistent with the obtained results and enhances the representation of the strength properties of slates.Additionally,a finite element method(FEM)numerical approach is employed to compare results with analytical and experimental ones,demonstrating a good match,thereby offering calibrated inputs for rock engineering applications.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.42072229,42030301,41102131,41972049,41972302 and 41977231)the Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(No.2025A1515010724)+3 种基金the Guangdong Natural Science Foundation(No.2021A1515011658)the Science and Technology Program of Guangzhou(No.202002030184)the Special Fund for Basic Scientific Research of Central Colleges,Chang'an University(No.300102260502)the Deep Earth Probe and Mineral Resources Exploration-National Science and Technology Major Project(No.2024ZD1001003)。
文摘The paleo-geothermal gradient is a crucial parameter for converting the thermal history to the exhumation history.However,the precise estimation of this parameter has been a challenge.This paper presents a simple two-step method to model the paleo-geothermal gradient using low-temperature thermochronology.(1)It uses the Monte Carlo approach to generate thermal histories in a vertical section randomly and calculates the entire thermal history within the goodnessof-fit thresholds based on different paleo-geothermal gradients.(2)It selects the optimum paleogeothermal gradient by comparing the entire thermal history within different goodness-of-fit thresholds.We validated the method with apatite(U-Th)/He and fission track data collected from two drill cores in the Haiyuan-Liupanshan region.The result revealed that the best-fit paleo-geothermal gradient was~42℃/km during the Early Cretaceous–Miocene and has decreased rapidly to 20℃/km since~10 Ma.The crust thickening in the study area may explain the rapid reduction in the paleogeothermal gradient since~10 Ma.Our results are consistent with earlier studies in the region,suggesting that our simple and more intuitive approach provides an alternative method for paleogeothermal gradient modeling.
