Dynamic Splitting Tensile Properties and Failure Mechanism of Layered Slate

Figure 12

The failure process of the rock disc for the seven tested layer inclination angles by HSC. (a–g) The inclination angles of 0°, 15°, 30°, 45°, 60°, 75°, and 90°, respectively. (a) β = 0°. (b) β = 15°. (c) β = 30°. (d) β = 45°. (e) β = 60°. (f) β = 75°. (g) β = 90°.

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