From discrete fracture network-resolved flow to effective permeability: A corrector-theory homogenization approach

Key Points

• Effective permeability calculated using corrector theory demonstrates a refined understanding of flow dynamics.
• The analysis shows that incorporating discrete fracture networks significantly enhances permeability estimates.
• Homogenization methods were utilized to bridge the gap between discrete and effective permeability metrics.
• Implications suggest that better modeling of fracture flows can improve resource management and extraction strategies.