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A pore-scale numerical model for non-Darcy fluid flow through rough-walled fractures.
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Computers & Geotechnics . Jul2017, Vol. 87, p139-148. 10p. - Publication Year :
- 2017
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Abstract
- This paper aims at developing a pore-scale numerical model for non-Darcy fluid flow through rough-walled fractures. A simple general relationship between the local hydraulic conductivity and the flow velocity is proposed. A new governing equation for non-Darcy fluid flow through rough-walled fractures is then derived by introducing this relationship into the Reynolds equation. Based on the non-linear finite element method, a self-developed code is used to simulate the non-Darcy fluid flow through fractures. It is found that the macroscopic results obtained by the numerical simulation agree well with the experimental results. Furthermore, some interesting experimental observations can be reproduced. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 0266352X
- Volume :
- 87
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Computers & Geotechnics
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 123078671
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compgeo.2017.02.011