Research Article

Study on Activation Behavior of Complex Fracture Network in Weak-Planar Rock

Table 2

Main parameters of material cohesive element in model II.

ParametersMaterial
Matrix cohesive unitThe weak plane I corresponds to the cohesive unitThe weak plane II corresponds to the cohesive unit

Tensile strength (MPa)510.5
Shear strength (MPa)2042
Tensile critical fracture energy (J/m2)1002010
Shear critical fracture energy (J/m2)4500900450