The Tensile Strength of Loess in Northwest China by Unconfined Penetration Test and the Distinct Element Simulation

<div>The law of particle displacement and contact force with the penetration depth (note: <i>h</i> is the penetration depth). (a) <i>h</i> = 0.2 mm. (b) <i>h</i> = 0.4 mm. (c) <i>h</i> = 0.8 mm. (d) <i>h</i> = 1.2 mm. (e) <i>h</i> = 1.4 mm. (f) <i>h</i> = 1.8 mm.</div>

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Figure 12: The Tensile Strength of Loess in Northwest China by Unconfined Penetration Test and the Distinct Element Simulation 