Exploration of Hydraulic Fracturing Mechanics on Hard Rocks for In-situ Recovery (ISR)

Abstract

Current study is based on adopting hydraulic fracturing techniques via free-standing, uniaxial and biaxial experimental approaches to enhance in-situ recovery in hard rock environment for mining industry. Current study revealed multiple parameters that could be utilized to improve permeability in hard rock deposit, and implied sufficient applicability of hydraulic fracturing technique to enhance in-situ recovery.