Rock fragmentation induced by a TBM disc-cutter considering the effects of joints: A numerical simulation by DEM
Yadong Xue, Jie Zhou, Chun Liu, Mahdi Shadabfar, Jie Zhang
Topics & Concepts
Rock mass classificationTunnel boring machineBrittlenessJoint (building)Discrete element methodFragmentation (computing)GeologyGeotechnical engineeringStructural engineeringMaterials scienceMechanicsEngineeringComputer scienceComposite materialPhysicsOperating systemTunneling and Rock MechanicsRock Mechanics and ModelingDrilling and Well Engineering