Discontinuity Data Analysis from Oriented Boreholes
Abstract
This paper presents ongoing research in improvement of analytical tools for the characterization of rock mass structure from oriented borehole discontinuity data. Using automated multivariate cluster analysis and the "three dimensional stereo net" provides for fast and objective characterization of oriented core discontinuity data. Improvements to the CYL software include three new methods of cluster analysis, incorporation of roughness as well as orientation and spacing as variables, additional visualization modes, and an automated method to split the data set into different Geotechnical Mapping Units (GMU). In addition the program facilitates the selection of optimum drilling angle for boreholes.
Recommended Citation
N. H. Maerz and W. Zhou, "Discontinuity Data Analysis from Oriented Boreholes," Proceedings of the 4th North American Rock Mechanics Symposium (2000, Seattle, WA), pp. 667 - 674, American Rock Mechanics Association, Aug 2000.
Meeting Name
4th North American Rock Mechanics Symposium (2000: Jul. 31-Aug. 3, Seattle, WA)
Department(s)
Geosciences and Geological and Petroleum Engineering
Document Type
Article - Conference proceedings
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Citation
File Type
text
Language(s)
English
Rights
© 2000 American Rock Mechanics Association, All rights reserved.
Publication Date
01 Aug 2000