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3D Analytical Solution for Stress and Elastic Energy Around Geometrically Irregular Interlocked Surfaces: Applications to Natural Faulting

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This analysis reveals stress distribution in geometrically complex faults, indicating significant effects on energy dynamics and slip likelihood.

The new solution models stress distribution around irregular fault surfaces, enhancing understanding of slip dynamics.
Findings show that surface geometry impacts stress orientations and failure likelihood, suggesting complex interactions.
Based on a 3D analytical approach, the method evaluates elastic energy distribution and effectiveness in diverse contexts.
Results indicate that fault geometry impacts slip events, underscoring significance for geoengineering and seismology.

Lyakhovsky et al. (2025) studied this question.

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This analysis reveals stress distribution in geometrically complex faults, indicating significant effects on energy dynamics and slip likelihood.