Research Article

Experimental Study on Crack Extension Rules of Hydraulic Fracturing Based on Simulated Coal Seam Roof and Floor

Table 1

Mechanical parameters of coal rock and roof-floor.

Rock formationThe compressive strength σc (MPa)Modulus of elasticity (MPa)Tensile strength σt (MPa)
SampleThe averageSampleThe averageSampleThe average

Coal6.246.471.1861.1950.941.09
6.491.3071.21
6.681.0921.13
Roof15.5815.952.6612.6362.923.22
16.522.5623.283
15.762.6843.458
Floor18.7618.912.9472.9424.0113.58
19.132.9843.507
18.852.8953.224