Flow-coupled cohesive interface framework for simulating heterogeneous crack morphology and resolving numerical divergence in hydraulic fracture
Xin Cai, Wei Liu, Xinpu Shen, Yanfei Gao
Topics & Concepts
Finite element methodMechanicsHydraulic fracturingExtended finite element methodCohesive zone modelFracture (geology)Materials scienceSingularityGeologyStructural engineeringGeometryEngineeringMathematicsGeotechnical engineeringPhysicsComposite materialHydraulic Fracturing and Reservoir AnalysisDrilling and Well EngineeringFluid Dynamics Simulations and Interactions