A distribution-free approach is proposed to estimate the fracture size distribution from a given trace length distribution, assuming that the fracture network can be represented by a Poisson-disc model. This approach ...

The volcano-hosted geothermal system of Copahue is one of the most promising resources of renewable energy in Argentina. It is driven by a layered reservoir composed of a steam cap above a deep liquid-dominated reservoir. ...

The reinforcement of asphalt concrete with fibres is not a common practice in the pavement field. Although some research papers refer to the use of microfibres, the behaviour of asphalt concrete incorporating macrofibres ...

The dispersion and attenuation of seismicwaves are potentially important attributes for the noninvasive detection and characterization of fracture networks. A primary mechanism for these phenomena is wave-induced fluid ...

Wave-induced fluid flow (WIFF) between fractures and the embedding matrix as well as within connected fractures tends to produce significant seismic attenuation and velocity dispersion. While WIFF between fractures and ...

The detection and characterisation of domains of intersecting fractures are important goals in several disciplines of current interest, including exploration and production of unconventional reservoirs, nuclear waste ...

Although a huge number of works have been already published about biodegradable polymers, and particularly on starch based materials, most of them have not been specifically focused on their mechanical performance and their ...

Objective Synthetic adhesives are used by various medical specialties, especially in surgery; however, studies reporting their use in orthopedic practice are scarce. The aim of this study was to compare the results in using ...