Geophysical determination of rock properties: current practice and future prospects
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Published:1992
J. M. Reynolds, D. I. Taylor, 1992. "Geophysical determination of rock properties: current practice and future prospects", Rock Characterization: ISRM Symposium, Eurock '92, Chester, UK, 14–17 September 1992, J. A. Hudson
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A variety of geophysical methods can be used to determine rock properties. Traditionally the use of techniques such as seismology, gravity, and electrical resistivity, has been limited to defining interfaces. Increasingly sophisticated construction requirements necessitate a better understanding of the bulk properties of geological materials. Current research includes the development of computer algorithms by which seismic attenuation and acoustic impedance can be determined from digital seismo-acoustic data. A second area of development is in the dielectric analysis of geological materials. Considerable progress is being made in the in situ determination of geotechnical parameters using geophysical methods.
INTRODUCTION
REVIEW OF ‘STANDARD’ TECHNIQUES
LABORATORY MEASUREMENTS AND THE APPLICABILITY TO IN SITU SURVEY RESULTS
RESEARCH IN PROGRESS
CONCLUSIONS
REFERENCES
