Hofmann et al., 2016 - Google Patents
A hybrid discrete/finite element modeling study of complex hydraulic fracture development for enhanced geothermal systems (EGS) in granitic basementsHofmann et al., 2016
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- 14991871771137319739
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- Hofmann H
- Babadagli T
- Yoon J
- Blöcher G
- Zimmermann G
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- Geothermics
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The technical and economic success of enhanced geothermal systems (EGS) in granitic basement rocks depends on the ability to effectively develop complex fracture networks by hydraulic stimulation treatments. To study hydraulic fracture growth horizontally, two …
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