Experimental study on dynamic elastic parameters of coal samples

Dynamic elastic parameters of coal are closely linked to crack characteristics and are lithology indicators in seismic exploration. This experimental study measured ultrasonic wave velocity of coal samples considering both parallel(90°) and perpendicular(0°) to bedding planes, and then calculated the dynamic elastic parameters(Edand ld) and their anisotropy values(AEdand Ald). The variations of Edand ld,as well as AEdand Aldwere analyzed under various confining stresses. The results show that: Firstly, a critical confining pressure exists, and significant variation in the parameters can be seen below this point and weak variation appears above it. Secondly, a positive correlation exists between Edand the square of P-wave velocity(VP2), and between AEdand the P-wave velocity anisotropy(AEP) as well; however, there is no clear correlation between ldand P-wave velocity(VP). Thirdly, according to the major controlling factors of anisotropy, the coal samples with different Edand ldas well as AEdand Aldcan be divided into two types: one is mainly controlled by bedding and cracks and the other one is mainly controlled by differences of mineral compositions in directions. Consequently, this study can provide theoretical basis for future research on the dynamic elastic parameters and anisotropy of coal.

Effects of Rolling Processes on Yield Ratio and Formability of Hot Rolled Gas Cylinder Steel

Deep drawing properties of hot rolled gas cylinder steel was investigated by using HP295 steel in terms of microstructure, texture, yield ratio, plastic strain ratio （r value） and plastic anisotropy （Ar）. The grains in the hot strip were largely equiaxed, and the texture was weak, containing a- and ？＇fibre. Reheating temperature, finish roll ing temperature and cooling rate after rolling influenced the ferrite-pearlite band formation significantly, and the yield ratio increased steeply with decreasing coiling temperature below 630 ~C. The anisotropy is relatively high due to re- tained severe ferrite-pearlite band. A mechanism of the band formation due to manganese segregation is elaborated and confirmed validly, from which the measures to avoid the band formation are worked out. Rolling parameters have been optimized by the measures, and industrial production of the gas cylinder steel has been made possible with much improved r-and △r-values, while meeting other specifications.

First-order perturbation approximation for rock elastic moduli in transversely isotropic media

Seismic anisotropy is a relatively common seismic wave phenomenon in laminated sedimentary rocks such as shale and it can be used to investigate mechanical properties of such rocks and other geological materials. Young's modulus and Poisson's ratio are the most common mechanical properties determined in various rock engineering practices. Approximate and explicit equations are proposed for determining Young's modulus and Poisson's ratio in anisotropic rocks, in which the symmetry plane and symmetry axis of the anisotropy are derived from the constitutive equation of transversely isotropic rock. These equations are based on the media decomposition principle and seismic wave perturbation theory and their accuracy is tested on two sets of laboratory data. A strong correlation is found for Young's modulus in two principal directions and for Poisson's ratio along the symmetry plane. Further, there is an underprediction of Poisson's ratio along the symmetry axis, although the overall behavior follows the trend of the measured data. Tests on a real dataset show that it is necessary to account for anisotropy when characterizing rock mechanical properties of shale. The approximate equations can effectively estimate anisotropic Young's modulus and Poisson's ratio, both of which are critical rock mechanical data input for hydraulic fracturing engineering.