Laboratory testing for soft rock - a challenge
Abstract
Especially for weak or highly fractured rocks, the acquisition and preparation of samples often results in a highly biased selection of stronger samples due to difficulties in specimen preparation. Besides the problem of sampling (e.g. disturbed or undisturbed specimens), many standardized procedures are either suitable for pure rock or soil. This paper shows some examples of how to determine the mechanical parameters for weak rock in the laboratory.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Drilling and Well Engineering
Geological Formations and Processes Exploration
Hydrocarbon exploration and reservoir analysis
Publication details
- Pages
- 57–62
- Publication date
- 4 February 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter