Effects of the Rock Bridge Ligament on Fracture and Energy Evolution of Preflawed Granite Exposed to Dynamic Loads

<div>Description of crack propagation using high-speed camera for rock specimens at different strain rates: (a) rock bridge angle of 30°, (b) rock bridge angle of 50°, and (c) rock bridge angle of 70°.</div>

Shock and Vibration

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Figure 12: Effects of the Rock Bridge Ligament on Fracture and Energy Evolution of Preflawed Granite Exposed to Dynamic Loads 