Prediction of the fracture zone over mine workings - An analytical model
Abstract
A method is presented for evaluating stresses and displacements in multiply layered media based on the Fourier complex variation principle. Basic solutions are specificallv presented for a three layer model of seam extraction from which surface slopes, curvatures and body strains may be recovered. Subject to the initial assumptions of linear elasticity, zones of potential fracture are predicted based on empirical strain based failure criteria.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Geomechanics and Mining Engineering
Geotechnical and Mining Engineering
Rock Mechanics and Modeling
Publication details
- Journal / source
- CRC Press eBooks
- Pages
- 519–527
- Publication date
- 13 February 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter