scholarly journals Structural Evolution During Cyclic Glacier Surges: 2. Numerical Modeling

2019 ◽  
Vol 124 (2) ◽  
pp. 495-525 ◽  
Author(s):  
Garry K. C. Clarke ◽  
Michael J. Hambrey
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Modeling ◽  
Structural Evolution ◽  
Glacier Surges

scholarly journals Numerical modeling of tectonic underplating in accretionary wedge systems

Geosphere ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 16 (6) ◽  
pp. 1385-1407
Author(s):  
Jonas B. Ruh
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Modeling ◽  
Numerical Experiments ◽  
Flexural Rigidity ◽  
Structural Evolution ◽  
Surface Erosion ◽  
Accretionary Wedge ◽  
Sediment Accretion ◽  
First Order ◽  
Rear Part ◽  
Horizontal Growth

Abstract Many fossil and active accretionary wedge systems show signs of tectonic underplating, which denotes accretion of underthrust material to the base of the wedge. Underplating is a viable process for thickening of the rear part of accretionary wedges, for example as a response to horizontal growth perpendicular to strike. Here, numerical experiments with a visco-elasto-plastic rheology are applied to test the importance of backstop geometry, flexural rigidity, décollement strength, and surface erosion on the structural evolution of accretionary wedges undergoing different modes of sediment accretion, where underplating is introduced by the implementation of two, a basal and an intermediate, décollement levels. Results demonstrate that intense erosion and a strong lower plate hamper thickening of a wedge at the rear, enhancing localized underplating, antiformal stacking, and subsequent exhumation to sustain its critical taper. Furthermore, large strength contrasts between basal and intermediate décollements have an important morphological impact on wedge growth due to different resulting critical taper angles. Presented numerical experiments are compared to natural examples of accretionary wedges and are able to recreate first-order structural observations related to underplating.

Microstructure and reactivity of small metal particles: The role of Ce additives

1992 ◽  
Vol 50 (1) ◽  
pp. 318-319
Author(s):  
L.D. Schmidt ◽  
K. R. Krause ◽  
J. M. Schwartz ◽  
X. Chu
Keyword(s):  
Atmospheric Pressure ◽  
Noble Metals ◽  
Mixed Oxides ◽  
Catalytic Properties ◽  
Chemical Shifts ◽  
Catalytic Converter ◽  
Structural Evolution ◽  
Single Particles ◽  
Small Metal Particles

The evolution of microstructures of 10- to 100-Å diameter particles of Rh and Pt on SiO2 and Al2O3 following treatment in reducing, oxidizing, and reacting conditions have been characterized by TEM. We are able to transfer particles repeatedly between microscope and a reactor furnace so that the structural evolution of single particles can be examined following treatments in gases at atmospheric pressure. We are especially interested in the role of Ce additives on noble metals such as Pt and Rh. These systems are crucial in the automotive catalytic converter, and rare earths can significantly modify catalytic properties in many reactions. In particular, we are concerned with the oxidation state of Ce and its role in formation of mixed oxides with metals or with the support. For this we employ EELS in TEM, a technique uniquely suited to detect chemical shifts with ∼30Å resolution.

Investigation of Morphosedimentary Processes on a Schematic Louisiana Barrier Island Using Process-Based Numerical Modeling

2007 ◽  
Author(s):  
T. Campbell ◽  
B. de Sonneville ◽  
L. Benedet ◽  
D. J. W. Walstra ◽  
C. W. Finkl
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Modeling ◽  
Barrier Island

SIMULATION OF ELECTRICAL MONITORING OF DAMS WITH LEAKAGE WITH A TRANSVERSE PLACEMENT OF THE MEASURING INSTALLATION

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 69-82
Author(s):  
D.S. Rakisheva ◽  
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B.G. Mukanova ◽  
I.N. Modin ◽  
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...  
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Modeling ◽  
Water Level ◽  
Electrical Resistivity Tomography ◽  
Resistivity Tomography ◽  
Measuring Installation ◽  
Basic Functions ◽  
Tomography Method ◽  
Dam Monitoring ◽  
The Mathematical Model ◽  
Measurement Line

Numerical modeling of the problem of dam monitoring by the Electrical Resistivity Tomography method is carried out. The mathematical model is based on integral equations with a partial Fourier transform with respect to one spatial variable. It is assumed that the measurement line is located across the dam longitude. To approximate the shape of the dam surface, the Radial Basic Functions method is applied. The influence of locations of the water-dam, dam-basement, basement-leakage boundaries with respect to the sounding installation, which is partially placed under the headwater, is studied. Numerical modeling is carried out for the following varied parameters: 1) water level at the headwater; 2) the height of the leak; 3) the depth of the leak; 4) position of the supply electrode; 5) water level and leaks positions are changing simultaneously. Modeling results are presented in the form of apparent resistivity curves, as it is customary in geophysical practice.

Numerical modeling to well-head protection area delineation, an example in Veneto Region (NE Italy)

2015 ◽  
Vol 35 ◽  
pp. 232-235 ◽  
Author(s):  
Leonardo Piccinini ◽  
Paolo Fabbri ◽  
Marco Pola ◽  
Enrico Marcolongo ◽  
Alessia Rosignoli
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Modeling ◽  
Veneto Region ◽  
Ne Italy ◽  
Head Protection ◽  
Protection Area

Numerical modeling of regional groundwater flow in the Adda-Ticino Basin: advances and new results

2016 ◽  
Vol 41 ◽  
pp. 10-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Luca Alberti ◽  
Martino Cantone ◽  
Silvia Lombi ◽  
Alessandra Piana
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Modeling ◽  
Groundwater Flow ◽  
Regional Groundwater
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