Compaction localization in the Earth and the laboratory: State of the research and research directions

David Holcomb*, John W. Rudnicki, Kathleen A. Issen, Kurt Sternlof

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Abstract

Localized compaction in porous rocks is a recently recognized phenomenon that has been shown to reduce permeability dramatically. Consequently, the phenomenon is relevant to a variety of technologies involving fluid injection or withdrawal. This article summarizes current understanding of localized compaction and impediments to further progress. The article is based on discussions at a small workshop on localized compaction sponsored by the Office of Science, U. S. Department of Energy.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)1-15
Number of pages15
JournalActa Geotechnica
Volume2
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Apr 2007
Externally publishedYes

Funding

Acknowledgment This paper is based on discussions at a workshop sponsored by the U. S. Department of Energy, Office of Science, Geosciences Program. We thank all the participants for written and oral comments that contributed to this article but fully acknowledge that they may disagree with some of the facts, opinions and interpretations expressed here.

Keywords

  • Bifurcation
  • Compaction localization

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology
  • Earth and Planetary Sciences (miscellaneous)

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