Abstract
The paper deals with the stress distribution around cavities under pressure in an infinite, non-linear elastic material. A homogeneous stress state is assumed at infinity. For spherical and cylindrical cavities simple formulae are derived for the stress concentration, the extent of the non-linear zone and the volume reduction. Results are given for cavities in rock salt, and a comparison with measured stress concentrations is used to support the assumption of a hydrostatic stress state in undisturbed salt formations. Finally a method to estimate convergence due to creep is outlined.
| Original language | English |
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| Journal | International Journal of Rock Mechanics and Mining Sciences & Geomechanics Abstracts |
| Volume | 15 |
| Issue number | 5 |
| Pages (from-to) | 219-224 |
| ISSN | 0148-9062 |
| Publication status | Published - 1978 |