Distinct element geomechanical modelling of the formation of sinkhole clusters within large-scale karstic depressions

<p>The 2-D distinct element method (DEM) code (PFC2D_V5) is used here to simulate the evolution of subsidence-related karst landforms, such as single and clustered sinkholes, and associated larger-scale depressions. Subsurface material in the DEM model is removed progressively to produce an ar...

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Main Authors: D. Al-Halbouni, E. P. Holohan, A. Taheri, R. A. Watson, U. Polom, M. P. J. Schöpfer, S. Emam, T. Dahm
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Copernicus Publications 2019-07-01
Series:Solid Earth
Online Access:https://www.solid-earth.net/10/1219/2019/se-10-1219-2019.pdf