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Sun, L., Liu, Q., Abdelaziz, A., Tang, X., & Grasselli, G. (2022). Simulating the entire progressive failure process of rock slopes using the combined finite-discrete element method. Computers and Geotechnics, 141, 104557. Cite
Zhao, X., Huang, B., & Grasselli, G. (2021). Numerical Investigation of the Fracturing Effect Induced by Disturbing Stress of Hydrofracturing. Frontiers in Earth Science, 9(838). Cite
Li, M., Magsipoc, E., Abdelaziz, A., Ha, J., Peterson, K., & Grasselli, G. (2021). Mapping Fracture Complexity of Fractured Shale in Laboratory: Three-dimensional Reconstruction From Serial-section Images. Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering. Cite
Ha, J., Tatone, B. S. A., Gaspari, G. M., & Grasselli, G. (2021). Simulating tunnel support integrity using FEM and FDEM based on laboratory test data. Tunnelling and Underground Space Technology, 111, 103848. Cite
Chen, Y., Ma, G., Zhou, W., Wei, D., Zhao, Q., Zou, Y., & Grasselli, G. (2021). An enhanced tool for probing the microscopic behavior of granular materials based on X-ray micro-CT and FDEM. Computers and Geotechnics, 132, 103974. Cite
Abdelaziz, A., & Grasselli, G. (2020). How believable are published laboratory data? A deeper look into system-compliance and elastic modulus. Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering. Cite
Ay, B., Parolia, K., Liddell, R. S., Qiu, Y., Grasselli, G., Cooper, D. M. L., & Davies, J. E. (2020). Hyperglycemia compromises Rat Cortical Bone by Increasing Osteocyte Lacunar Density and Decreasing Vascular Canal Volume. Communications Biology, 3(1), 20. Cite
Sun, L., Liu, Q., Grasselli, G., & Tang, X. (2020). Simulation of thermal cracking in anisotropic shale formations using the combined finite-discrete element method. Computers and Geotechnics, 117, 103237. Cite
Zhao, Q., Glaser, S. D., Tisato, N., & Grasselli, G. (2020). Assessing Energy Budget of Laboratory Fault Slip Using Rotary Shear Experiments and Micro-Computed Tomography. Geophysical Research Letters, 47(1). Cite
Sun, L., Grasselli, G., Liu, Q., & Tang, X. (2019). Coupled hydro-mechanical analysis for grout penetration in fractured rocks using the finite-discrete element method. International Journal of Rock Mechanics and Mining Sciences, 124, 104138. Cite
Sun, L., Grasselli, G., Liu, Q., & Tang, X. (2019). Thermal cracking simulation of functionally graded materials using the combined finite–discrete element method. Computational Particle Mechanics. Cite
Magsipoc, E., Zhao, Q., & Grasselli, G. (2019). 2D and 3D Roughness Characterization. Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering. Cite
Wei, W., Zhao, Q., Jiang, Q., & Grasselli, G. (2019). A New Contact Formulation for Large Frictional Sliding and Its Implement in the Explicit Numerical Manifold Method. Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, Springer(1), 435–451. Cite
He, T.-M., Zhao, Q., Ha, J., Xia, K., & Grasselli, G. (2018). Understanding progressive rock failure and associated seismicity using ultrasonic tomography and numerical simulation. Tunnelling and Underground Space Technology, 81, 26–34. Cite
Abdelaziz, A., Zhao, Q., & Grasselli, G. (2018). Grain based modelling of rocks using the combined finite-discrete element method. Computers and Geotechnics, 103, 73–81. Cite
Zhao, Q., He, T. M., Ha, J., Xia, K., & Grasselli, G. (2018). Dataset for time-lapse ultrasonic tomography of a granite slab under uniaxial compression test. Data Brief, 20, 614–616. Cite
Zhao, Q., Tisato, N., Kovaleva, O., & Grasselli, G. (2018). Direct Observation of Faulting by Means of Rotary Shear Tests Under X-Ray Micro-Computed Tomography. Journal of Geophysical Research-Solid Earth, 123(9), 7389–7403. Cite
Wei, W., Zhao, Q., Jiang, Q., & Grasselli, G. (2018). Three new boundary conditions for the seismic response analysis of geomechanics problems using the numerical manifold method. International Journal of Rock Mechanics and Mining Sciences, 105, 110–122. Cite
Lisjak, A., Mahabadi, O. K., He, L., Tatone, B. S. A., Kaifosh, P., Haque, S. A., & Grasselli, G. (2018). Acceleration of a 2D/3D finite-discrete element code for geomechanical simulations using General Purpose GPU computing. Computers and Geotechnics, 100, 84–96.Scopus. Cite
Kalogerakis, G. C., Zhao, Q., Grasselli, G., & Sleep, B. E. (2018). In situ chemical oxidation processes: 4D quantitative visualization of byproduct formation and deposition via micro-CT imaging. The Leading Edge, 37(6), 462–467. Cite
Zhao, Q., Tisato, N., & Grasselli, G. (2017). Rotary shear experiments under X-ray micro-computed tomography. The Review of Scientific Instruments, 88(1), 015110. Cite
Miglietta, P. C., Bentz, E. C., & Grasselli, G. (2017). Finite/discrete element modelling of reversed cyclic tests on unreinforced masonry structures. Engineering Structures, 138, 159–169.Scopus. Cite
Lisjak, A., Kaifosh, P., He, L., Tatone, B. S. A., Mahabadi, O. K., & Grasselli, G. (2017). A 2D, fully-coupled, hydro-mechanical, FDEM formulation for modelling fracturing processes in discontinuous, porous rock masses. Computers and Geotechnics, 81, 1–18.Scopus. Cite
Alcolea, A., Kuhlmann, U., Marschall, P., Lisjak, A., Grasselli, G., Mahabadi, O. K., Vaissière, R. D. L., et al. (2017). A pragmatic approach to abstract the excavation damaged zone around tunnels of a geological radioactive waste repository: Application to the HG-A experiment in Mont Terri. Geological Society, London, Special Publications, 443(1), 127–147.Scopus. Cite
Huang, X., Zhao, Q., Qi, S., Xia, K., Grasselli, G., & Chen, X. (2017). Numerical simulation on seismic response of the filled joint under high amplitude stress waves using finite-discrete element method (FDEM). Materials, 10(1), 13. Cite
Miglietta, P. C., Grasselli, G., & Bentz, E. C. (2016). Finite/discrete element model of tension stiffening in GFRP reinforced concrete. Engineering Structures, 111, 494–504.Scopus. Cite
Lisjak, A., Tatone, B. S. A., Mahabadi, O. K., Grasselli, G., Marschall, P., Lanyon, G. W., Vaissière, R., et al. (2016). Hybrid Finite-Discrete Element Simulation of the EDZ Formation and Mechanical Sealing Process Around a Microtunnel in Opalinus Clay. Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, 49(5), 1849–1873.Scopus. Cite
Biryukov, A., Tisato, N., & Grasselli, G. (2016). Attenuation of elastic waves in bentonite and monitoring of radioactive waste repositories. Geophysical Journal International, 205(1), 105–121.Scopus. Cite
Tatone, B. S. A., & Grasselli, G. (2015). A calibration procedure for two-dimensional laboratory-scale hybrid finite-discrete element simulations. International Journal of Rock Mechanics and Mining Sciences, 75, 56–72.Scopus. Cite
Lisjak, A., Garitte, B., Grasselli, G., Müller, H. R., & Vietor, T. (2015). The excavation of a circular tunnel in a bedded argillaceous rock (Opalinus Clay): Short-term rock mass response and FDEM numerical analysis. Tunnelling and Underground Space Technology, 45, 227–248.Scopus. Cite
Grasselli, G., Lisjak, A., Mahabadi, O. K., & Tatone, B. S. A. (2015). Influence of pre-existing discontinuities and bedding planes on hydraulic fracturing initiation. European Journal of Environmental and Civil Engineering, 19(5), 580–597.Scopus. Cite
Zhao, Q., Tisato, N., Grasselli, G., Mahabadi, O. K., Lisjak, A., & Liu, Q. (2015). Influence of in situ stress variations on acoustic emissions: A numerical study. Geophysical Journal International, 203(2), 1246–1252. Cite
Zhao, Q., Lisjak, A., Mahabadi, O. K., Liu, Q., & Grasselli, G. (2014). Numerical simulation of hydraulic fracturing and associated microseismicity using finite-discrete element method. Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering, 6(6), 574–581. Cite
Tisato, N., Quintal, B., Chapman, S., Madonna, C., Subramaniyan, S., Frehner, M., Saenger, E. H., et al. (2014). Seismic attenuation in partially saturated rocks: Recent advances and future directions. Leading Edge, 33(6), 640–646.Scopus. Cite
Tatone, B. S. A., & Grasselli, G. (2014). Characterization of the effect of normal load on the discontinuity morphology in direct shear specimens using X-ray micro-CT. Acta Geotechnica, 10(1), 31–54.Scopus. Cite
Mahabadi, O. K., Tatone, B. S. A., & Grasselli, G. (2014). Influence of microscale heterogeneity and microstructure on the tensile behavior of crystalline rocks. Journal of Geophysical Research: Solid Earth, 119(7), 5324–5341.Scopus. Cite
Lisjak, A., Tatone, B. S. A., Grasselli, G., & Vietor, T. (2014). Numerical Modelling of the Anisotropic Mechanical Behaviour of Opalinus Clay at the Laboratory-Scale Using FEM/DEM. Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, 47(1), 187–206. Cite
Lisjak, A., & Grasselli, G. (2014). A review of discrete modeling techniques for fracturing processes in discontinuous rock masses. Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering, 6(4), 301–314.Scopus. Cite
Lisjak, A., Grasselli, G., & Vietor, T. (2014). Continuum–discontinuum analysis of failure mechanisms around unsupported circular excavations in anisotropic clay shales. International Journal of Rock Mechanics and Mining Sciences, 65, 96–115. Cite
Lisjak, A., Figi, D., & Grasselli, G. (2014). Fracture development around deep underground excavations: Insights from FDEM modelling. Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering, 6(6), 493–505.Scopus. Cite
Biryukov, A., Tisato, N., & Grasselli, G. (2014). Workflow to numerically reproduce laboratory ultrasonic datasets. Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering, 6(6), 582–590.Scopus. Cite
Zheng, L., Zhao, Q., Milkereit, B., Grasselli, G., & Liu, Q. (2014). Spectral-element simulations of elastic wave propagation in exploration and geotechnical applications. Earthquake Science, 27(2), 179–187.Scopus. Cite
Muralha, J., Grasselli, G., Tatone, B. S. A., Blümel, M., Chryssanthakis, P., & Yujing, J. (2014). ISRM Suggested Method for Laboratory Determination of the Shear Strength of Rock Joints: Revised Version. Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, 47(1), 291–302. Cite
Tatone, B. S. A., & Grasselli, G. (2013). An Investigation of Discontinuity Roughness Scale Dependency Using High-Resolution Surface Measurements. Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, 46(4), 657–681. Cite
Lisjak, A., Liu, Q., Zhao, Q., Mahabadi, O. K., & Grasselli, G. (2013). Numerical simulation of acoustic emission in brittle rocks by two-dimensional finite-discrete element analysis. Geophysical Journal International, 195(1), 423–443. Cite
Lisjak, A., Liu, Q., Zhao, Q., Mahabadi, O. K., & Grasselli, G. (2013). Erratum to Numerical simulation of acoustic emission in brittle rocks by two-dimensional finite-discrete element analysis. Geophysical Journal International, 196(2), 1263.Scopus. Cite
Mahabadi, O. K., Randall, N. X., Zong, Zong., & Grasselli, G. (2012). A novel approach for micro‐scale characterization and modeling of geomaterials incorporating actual material heterogeneity. Geophysical Research Letters, 39(1). Cite
Tatone, B. S. A., & Grasselli, G. (2012). Quantitative Measurements of Fracture Aperture and Directional Roughness from Rock Cores. Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, 45(4), 619–629. Cite
Mahabadi, O. K., Lisjak, A., Munjiza, A., & Grasselli, G. (2012). Y-Geo: New Combined Finite-Discrete Element Numerical Code for Geomechanical Applications. International Journal of Geomechanics, 12(6), 676–688. Cite
Barla, M., Piovano, G., & Grasselli, G. (2012). Rock Slide Simulation with the Combined Finite-Discrete Element Method. International Journal of Geomechanics, 12(6), 711–721. Cite
Conference Paper
Aboayanah, K., Popoola, A., Sun, L., Peterson, K., & Grasselli, G. (2021). Grain-Based Finite-Discrete Element Modeling of Thermal Cracking in Stanstead Granite (p. 7). Presented at the ARMA/DGS/SEG 2nd International Geomechanics Symposium, ARMA: American Rock Mechanics Association. Cite
Esquivias, D., Marion, K., Zhao, P., Borbon, J. R. H., & Brookson, T. (2021). Western Canadian LNG: A Pathway to Global GHG Reduction and Reconciliation. Presented at the Geoconvention 2021, Virtual. Cite
Esquivias, D., Marion, K., Zhao, P., Borbon, J. R. H., & Brookson, T. (2021). Western Canadian LNG: A Pathway to Global GHG Reduction and Reconciliation. Presented at the University of Calgary CREATE ReDeveLoP Annual Innovation Program, Virtual. Cite
Fong, M., Jalilpour, S., Wallace, C., Wu, P. S.-Y., & Zeinabady, D. (2021). Analysis of the Policy Options to Adopt Hydrogen for Electricity Generation in Nunavut Remote Communities. Presented at the University of Calgary CREATE ReDeveLoP Annual Innovation Program, Virtual. Cite
Abdelaziz, A., & Grasselli, G. (2021). Modelling Failure in Layered Geological Formations – FDEM: A Micro-mechanical Approach that Bridges Across Scales. In A. Di Donna & D. Sterpi (Eds.), Challenges and Innovations in Geomechanics (pp. 140–155). Presented at the 16th International Conference of IACMAG 2021: Challenges and Innovations in Geomechanics, Springer, Cham. Cite
Grasselli, G., & Abdelaziz, A. (2020). FDEM: a laboratory calibrated, micro-mechanical approach that bridges across scales. Presented at the International Conference on Coupled Processes in Fractured Geological Media: Observation, Modeling, and Application – CouFrac2020, Seoul, Korea: ISRM Specialized Conference. Cite
Magsipoc, E., Li, M., Abdelaziz, A., Ha, J., Peterson, K., & Grasselli, G. (2020). Analysis of the Fracture Morphologies from a Laboratory Hydraulic Fracture Experiment on Montney Shale (p. 6). Presented at the ARMA/DGS/SEG International Geomechanics Symposium, ARMA: American Rock Mechanics Association. Cite
Droboth, J., Haile, B., Ortega-Perez, A., & Dizon, E. (2020). Bitumen Transportation Bottleneck Solved? How Transporting Alberta’s Solid Bitumen via Rail Compares to Pipelines. Presented at the University of Calgary CREATE ReDeveLoP Annual Innovation Program, Virtual. Cite
Dormer, R., Eldridge, E., Aboayanah, K., & Wang, Y. (2020). Modernizing Caprock Integrity Regulations for Natural Gas Storage Sites to Mitigate Fugitive Gas Emissions. Presented at the University of Calgary CREATE ReDeveLoP Annual Innovation Program, Virtual. Cite
Popoola, A., Schumacher, N. D., Plata, I. C., & Mlella, M. M. (2020). Comparative Analysis of Canadian LNG to Global Natural Gas Supply: Shaping Canada’s Energy Future. Presented at the University of Calgary CREATE ReDeveLoP Annual Innovation Program, Virtual. Cite
Sherzer, G. L., Fadakar, Y. A., Zhao, P., Afroughsabet, V., Coutinho, N., Shah, S., Peterson, K., et al. (2020). Comparison and Linking Between LDPM and FDEM Modeling for Fracturing in Concrete. Presented at the 15th Pipeline Technology Conference, Berlin, Germany. Cite
Abdelaziz, A., Ha, J., & Grasselli, G. (2020). Excavation stability in heterogeneous anisotropic shale formation. Presented at the 36th International Geological Congress, Delhi, India. Cite
Magsipoc, E., & Grasselli, G. (2020). Describing the Fracture Process Using Surface Roughness Parameters (p. 9). Presented at the 54th U.S. Rock Mechanics/Geomechanics Symposium, ARMA: American Rock Mechanics Association. Cite
Li, M., Magsipoc, E., Abdelaziz, A., Ha, J., Guo, J., Peterson, K., & Grasselli, G. (2020). Mapping Fracture Complexity in Hydraulically Fractured Montney Shale by Serial Section Reconstruction (p. 9). Presented at the 54th U.S. Rock Mechanics/Geomechanics Symposium, ARMA: American Rock Mechanics Association. Cite
Ha, J., & Grasselli, G. (2020). Simulating the Excavation Damaged Zone of A Supported Deep Geological Repository Using FDEM (p. 6). Presented at the 54th U.S. Rock Mechanics/Geomechanics Symposium, ARMA: American Rock Mechanics Association. Cite
Alghalandis, Y. F., Ha, J., & Grasselli, G. (2020). Smash – Smart Meshing for Realistic Geomechanical Models of Rock Slope Failure Processes (Vol. All Days). Presented at the 54th U.S. Rock Mechanics/Geomechanics Symposium, ARMA-2020-1733. Cite
Qiu, Y., Adams, M., & Grasselli, G. (2019). Simplified Dark Data Analytics of Everyday Completions Data, and its Relation to Observed Induced Seismicity Events: An Unconventional Big Data Solution (p. 16). Presented at the SPE Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition – ATCE 2019, SPE: Society of Petroleum Engineers. Cite
Abdelaziz, A., Ha, J., Abul Khair, H., Adams, M., Tan, C. P., Musa, I. H., & Grasselli, G. (2019). Unconventional Shale Hydraulic Fracturing Under True Triaxial Laboratory Conditions, the Value of Understanding Your Reservoir (p. 16). Presented at the SPE Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition – ATCE 2019, SPE: Society of Petroleum Engineers. Cite
Zhao, Q., Glaser, S. D., Tisato, N., & Grasselli, G. (2019). Assessing Energy Budget of Laboratory Fault Slip Using Quantitative Micro-CT Image Analysis (p. 6). Presented at the 53rd U.S. Rock Mechanics/Geomechanics Symposium, ARMA: American Rock Mechanics Association (ARMA). Cite
Grasselli, G. (2019). Advanced numerical modeling in engineering-FDEM: A micro-mechanical appproach that bridges across scales. International Conference on Civil, Structural and Transportation Engineering. Presented at the 4th International Conference on Civil, Structural and Transportation Engineering, ICCSTE 2019, Ottawa, Canada: Avestia Publishing.Scopus. Cite
Zhou, Y., Li, M., Fleming, N., & Green, R. (2019). The Traffic Light System and the Management of Induced Seismicity in Alberta. Presented at the University of Calgary CREATE ReDeveLoP Annual Innovation Program, Calgary, Alberta. Cite
Boyne, M., Kravchinsky, E., Esmaeilzadeh, Z., & Alimohammadi, H. (2019). Mitigation of Induced Seismicity that is Triggered by Hydraulic Fracturing. Presented at the University of Calgary CREATE ReDeveLoP Annual Innovation Program, Calgary, Alberta. Cite
Hu, J., Ossetchkina, E., Qiu, Y., Peterson, K., Grasselli, G., & Shah, S. (2019). Mapping fracture networks at the microscale in concrete weight coatings for pipelines. Presented at the 17th Euroseminar on Microscopy Applied to Building Materials, University of Toronto, Canada. Cite
Ha, J., & Grasselli, G. (2018). FDEM Tunnel Excavation Modelling in Layered Rock. Presented at the 10th Asian Rock Mechanics Symposium The ISRM International Symposium for 2018 (ARMS10), Singapore. Cite
Qiu, Y., Abdelaziz, A., Peterson, K., & Grasselli, G. (2018). Modelling of concrete weight coating based on micromechanical characterization. Presented at the RILEMweek/CONMOD, Delft Netherlands. Cite
Zhou, H., Abdelaziz, A., & Grasselli, G. (2018). Rock Dilation and Its Effect on Fracture Transmissivity (p. 6). Presented at the SPE/AAPG/SEG Unconventional Resources Technology Conference, URTEC: Unconventional Resources Technology Conference. Cite
Alghalandis, Y. F., & Xu, C. (2018). A New Hybrid Mesh-Pipe Method for Modeling Fluid Flow in 3D Discrete Fracture Networks. Presented at the 2nd International Discrete Fracture Network Engineering Conference – DFNE 2018, Seattle. Cite
Alghalandis, Y. F., & Elmo, D. (2018). Application of Graph Theory for Robust and Efficient Rock Bridge Analysis. Presented at the 2nd International Discrete Fracture Network Engineering Conference – DFNE 2018, Seattle. Cite
Qiu, Y., Peterson, K., Grasselli, G., Moslow, T., & Adams, M. (2018). Micromechanical characterization of the lower Triassic Montney Claraia biostrome. Presented at the 52nd U.S. Rock Mechanics/Geomechanics Symposium, Seattle. Cite
Ha, J., & Grasselli, G. (2018). Three-dimensional FDEM modelling of laboratory tests and tunnels. Presented at the 52nd U.S. Rock Mechanics/Geomechanics Symposium, Seattle: American Rock Mechanics Association (ARMA). Cite
Abdelaziz, A., & Grasselli, G. (2018). Investigating frictional behavior of micro-cracks using grain based modelling in the combined finite-discrete element method (FDEM). Presented at the 52nd U.S. Rock Mechanics/Geomechanics Symposium, Seattle: American Rock Mechanics Association (ARMA). Cite
Zhou, H., & Grasselli, G. (2018). Dilation of rock joints based on quantified surface description. Presented at the 52nd U.S. Rock Mechanics/Geomechanics Symposium, Seattle: American Rock Mechanics Association (ARMA). Cite
Zhao, Q., Tisato, N., & Grasselli, G. (2018). Rotary shear test under X-ray micro-computed tomography. Presented at the 52nd U.S. Rock Mechanics/Geomechanics Symposium, Seattle: American Rock Mechanics Association (ARMA). Cite
Abdelaziz, A., Thi, H. B., Saad, S., & Fuss, J. (2018). Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) for Remote Communities. Presented at the University of Calgary CREATE ReDeveLoP Annual Innovation Program, Calgary, Alberta. Cite
Zhou, H., Zhong, J., Rodriguez-Pradilla, G., Wilson, L., & Tran, L. (2018). Hydraulic Fracturing in Canada. Presented at the University of Calgary CREATE ReDeveLoP Annual Innovation Program, Calgary, Alberta. Cite
Zhang, J., Wang, Y., McKean, S., Jia, S., & Iranmanesh, S. (2018). Induced Seismicity and the Traffic Light System. Presented at the University of Calgary CREATE ReDeveLoP Annual Innovation Program, Calgary, Alberta. Cite
Magsipoc, E., Yang, Z., Hui, G., Lim, M., & Becerra, D. (2018). Managing Orphan Wells in Alberta, Canada. Presented at the University of Calgary CREATE ReDeveLoP Annual Innovation Program, Calgary, Alberta. Cite
Zhou, H., Zhao, Q., & Grasselli, G. (2018). Dilation of rock joints based on quantified surface description. Presented at the Geoconvention 2018, Calgary. Cite
Zhao, Q., & Grasselli, G. (2018). Understanding shear behaviour of a rough joint using surface topography scan and numerical simulation. Presented at the Geoconvention 2018, Calgary. Cite
Magsipoc, E., & Grasselli, G. (2018). Simulation of rock fragmentation by TBM disc cutter using the hybrid finite-discrete element method. Presented at the Geoconvention 2018, Calgary. Cite
Qiu, Y., Ha, J., Peterson, K., & Grasselli, G. (2017). Finite-Discrete Element Modeling of Time-Dependent Mechanisms in Southern Ontario Shales. Presented at the GeoOttawa 2017 – 70th Canadian Geotechnical Conference, Ottawa. Cite
Zhao, Q., Abdelaziz, A., He, T.-M., Xia, K., & Grasselli, G. (2017). Understanding progressive rock failure using ultrasonic tomography and numerical simulation. Presented at the ISRM Progressive Rock Failure Conference, Ascona, Switzerland: International Society for Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering. Cite
Zhou, H., Zhao, Q., & Grasselli, G. (2017). Assessment of the detectability of localized strong attenuation zones through finite-difference waveform modelling. Presented at the Geoconvention 2017, Calgary. Cite
Tisato, N., Zhao, Q., & Grasselli, G. (2016). Experimental rock physics under micro-CT. In C. Sicking & J. FergusonSicking (Eds.), SEG Technical Program Expanded Abstracts (Vol. 35, pp. 3251–3255). Presented at the SEG International Exposition and 86th Annual Meeting, SEG 2016, Dallas, Texas: Society of Exploration Geophysicists.Scopus. Cite
Venugopal, K., Kelly, P., Jamaluddin, A., McConnell, C., Alger, M., Morgan, E., Ni, R., et al. (2016). The petrochallenge – An innovative E&P learning experience using an interactive learning simulation. Proceedings – SPE Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition (Vol. 2016-January). Presented at the SPE Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition – ATCE 2016, Dubai, UAE: Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE).Scopus. Cite
Miglietta, P. C., Bentz, E. C., & Grasselli, G. (2016). FDEM: An innovative tool to model the seismic response of structural masonry. In K. Maekawa, J. Yamazaki, & A. Kasuga (Eds.), Proceedings of the 11th FIB International PhD Symposium in Civil Engineering, FIB 2016 (pp. 509–516). Presented at the 11th FIB International PhD Symposium in Civil Engineering, FIB 2016, Tokyo, Japan: A.A. Balkema Publishers.Scopus. Cite
Tisato, N., Zhao, Q., & Grasselli, G. (2016). Experimental rock deformation under micro-CT – Two new apparatuses for rock physics. In C. Kuwait Petroleum, Subsidiaries, Omv, A. Saudi, & Shell (Eds.), 78th EAGE Conference and Exhibition 2016: Efficient Use of Technology – Unlocking Potential. Presented at the 78th EAGE Conference and Exhibition 2016: Efficient Use of Technology – Unlocking Potential, Vienna, Austria.: European Association of Geoscientists and Engineers, EAGE.Scopus. Cite
Mahabadi, O. K., Lisjak, A., He, L., Tatone, B. S. A., Kaifosh, P., & Grasselli, G. (2016). Development of a new fully-parallel finite-discrete element code: Irazu. 50th U.S. Rock Mechanics / Geomechanics Symposium 2016 (Vol. 4, pp. 2695–2703). Presented at the 50th U.S. Rock Mechanics/Geomechanics Symposium, Houston, Texas: American Rock Mechanics Association (ARMA).Scopus. Cite
Lisjak, A., Tatone, B. S. A., Kaifosh, P., He, L., Mahabadi, O. K., & Grasselli, G. (2016). Development of a fully-coupled, hydro-mechanical model for finite-discrete element simulations of fluid-driven fracturing. 50th U.S. Rock Mechanics / Geomechanics Symposium 2016 (Vol. 1, pp. 818–828). Presented at the 50th U.S. Rock Mechanics/Geomechanics Symposium, Houston, Texas: American Rock Mechanics Association (ARMA).Scopus. Cite
Tisato, N., Chapman, S., Zhao, Q., Grasselli, G., & Quintal, B. (2015). Seismic wave attenuation in rocks saturated with bubbly liquids: Experiments and numerical modeling. In R. V. Schneider (Ed.), SEG Technical Program Expanded Abstracts (Vol. 34, pp. 3254–3258). Presented at the SEG New Orleans Annual Meeting, SEG 2015, New Orleans, Louisiana: Society of Exploration Geophysicists.Scopus. Cite
Thesis
Wang, Y. (2020, November). Numerical Simulation of Complex Hydraulic Fracture Development by Coupling Geo-mechanical and Reservoir Simulator (MASc Thesis). University of Toronto, Toronto. Cite
Zhou, H. (2019). Scratching the Surface: Shear Dilation of Rock Joints Based on Quantified Surface Description (MASc Thesis). University of Toronto. Cite
Qiu, Y. (2019). Upscaling Micromechanical Indentation Properties to Mesoscale Behaviour in Geomaterials (MASc Thesis). University of Toronto. Cite
Magsipoc, E. (2019). Quantifying the Fracture Process using Surface Roughness Parameters (MASc Thesis). University of Toronto. Cite
Hu, J. (2019). Characterization of Pipeline Exterior and Interior Coating Material (MASc Thesis). University of Toronto. Cite
Zhao, Q. (2017). Investigating brittle rock failure and associated seismicity using laboratory experiments and numerical simulations (PhD Thesis). University of Toronto. Cite
Miglietta, P. C. (2017). Application of the Hybrid Finite/Discrete Element Method to the Numerical Simulation of Masonry Structures (PhD Thesis). University of Toronto. Cite
Ha, J. (2017). FDEM Tunnel Modelling in Georgian Bay Shale (MASc Thesis). University of Toronto. Cite
Harvey, S. G. E. (2016). Prediction of Blast-induced Ground Vibration and Rock Fragmentation by Statistical and Combined Finite-discrete Element Modelling Methods for the McGill Utility Tunnel (MASc Thesis). University of Toronto. Cite
Biryukov, A. (2015). Simulated Geophysical Monitoring of Radioactive Waste Repository Barriers (MASc Thesis). University of Toronto. Cite
Tatone, B. S. A. (2014). Investigating the Evolution of Rock Discontinuity Asperity Degradation and Void Space Morphology under Direct Shear (PhD Thesis). University of Toronto. Cite
Lisjak, A. (2014). Investigating the Influence of Mechanical anisotropy on the Fracturing Behaviour of Brittle Clay Shales with Application to Deep Geological Repositories (PhD Thesis). University of Toronto. Cite
Zhao, Q. (2013). Numerical Studies of Frictional Sliding Behavior and Influences of Confining Pressure on Accoustic Activities in Compression Tests Using FEM/DEM (MASc Thesis). University of Toronto. Cite
Mahabadi, O. K. (2012). Investigating the Influence of Micro-scale Heterogeneity and Microstructure on the Failure and Mechanical Behaviour of Geomaterials (PhD Thesis). University of Toronto. Cite
Tatone, B. S. A. (2010). Quantitative Characterization of Natural Rock Discontinuity Roughness In-situ and in the Laboratory (MASc Thesis). University of Toronto. Cite
Grasselli, G. (2001). Shear strength of rock joints based on quantified surface description (PhD Thesis). EPFL (Lausanne). Cite
Grasselli, G. (1995). Comportamento meccanico di masse rocciose discontinue rinforzate con bulloni passivi (MASc Thesis). Università di Parma. Cite
Posters
Fong, M., Jalilpour, S., Wallace, C., Wu, P. S.-Y., & Zeinabady, D. (2021). Wind – Hydrogen, a coupled energy alternative to diesel for Nunavut and other northern communities. Cite
Fong, M., Jalilpour, S., Wallace, C., Wu, P. S.-Y., & Zeinabady, D. (2021). Investigating the Feasibility of Hydrogen to Reduce Diesel Reliance in Remote Communities. Cite
Esquivias, D., Marion, K., Zhao, P., Borbon, J. R. H., & Brookson, T. (2021). Western Canadian LNG: A Pathway to Global GHG Reduction and Reconciliation. Cite
Aboayanah, K., Wang, Y., Eldridge, E., Dormer, R., & Mayer, B. (2020). Geomechanical assessment of potential gas leak pathways: a numerical modeling study on caprock integrity of natural gas storage site. Cite
Droboth, J., Haile, B., Ortega-Perez, A., & Dizon, E. (2020). Bitumen Transportation Bottleneck Solved? How Transporting Alberta’s Solid Bitumen via Rail Compares to Pipelines. Cite
Popoola, A., Schumacher, N. D., Plata, I. C., & Mlella, M. M. (2020). Comparative Analysis of Canadian LNG to Global Natural Gas Supply: Shaping Canada’s Energy Future. Cite
Popoola, A., Schumacher, N. D., Plata, I. C., & Mlella, M. M. (2020). Comparative Analysis of Canadian LNG to Global Natural Gas Supply: Shaping Canada’s Energy Future. Cite
Droboth, J., Haile, B., Ortega-Perez, A., & Dizon, E. (2020). Bitumen Transportation Bottleneck Solved? How Transporting Alberta’s Solid Bitumen via Rail Compares to Pipelines. Cite
Aboayanah, K., Wang, Y., Eldridge, E., Dormer, R., & Mayer, B. (2020). Geomechanical assessment of potential gas leak pathways: a numerical modeling study on caprock integrity of natural gas storage site. Cite
Qiu, Y., Adams, M., & Grasselli, G. (2019). Analysis of Seismic Hazards in the Montney through Completions data. Cite
Li, M., Magsipoc, E., Abdelaziz, A., Ha, J., & Grasselli, G. (2019). Mapping Fracture Complexity in Shale Rock. Cite
Magsipoc, E., Zhou, H., Li, M., & Grasselli, G. (2019). Shear Dilation and Fluid Transmissivity of Rock Fractures Based on Quantified Surface Description. Cite
Abdelaziz, A., & Grasselli, G. (2019). Hydraulic Fracturing Under True Triaxial Laboratory Conditions – Value of understanding your reservoir rock. Cite
Green, R., Li, M., Fleming, N., Zhou, Y., & Grasselli, G. (2019). Utilizing Ground Motion in the Traffic Light System to Better Mitigate Potential Damages Caused by Induced Seismic Events. Cite
Kravchinsky, E., Ali Mohammadi, H., Boyne, M., Esmaeilzadeh, Z., & Eaton, D. (2019). Mitigation of Induced Seismicity that is Triggered by Hydraulic Fracturing. Cite
Zhou, Y., Li, M., Fleming, N., & Green, R. (2019). The Traffic Light System and the Management of Induced Seismicity in Alberta. Cite
Boyne, M., Kravchinsky, E., Esmaeilzadeh, Z., & Alimohammadi, H. (2019). Mitigation of Induced Seismicity that is Triggered by Hydraulic Fracturing. Cite
Wang, Y., & Grasselli, G. (2018). Laboratory Low Frequency Measurements on Synthetic Sandstone. Cite
Qiu, Y., Abdelaziz, A., Peterson, K., & Grasselli, G. (2018). Micromechanical Characterization of Montney’s Lower Triassic Claraia Biostrome. Cite
Ha, J., Abdelaziz, A., & Grasselli, G. (2018). Hydraulic Fracturing under True Triaxial Conditions. Cite
Abdelaziz, A., & Grasselli, G. (2018). Microcracks Orientation and their Effect on Macroscopic Strength. Cite
Qiu, Y., Abdelaziz, A., Peterson, K., & Grasselli, G. (2018). Modelling of concrete weight coating based on micromechanical characterization. Cite
Zhou, H., Abdelaziz, A., Zhao, Q., & Grasselli, G. (2017). Simulating realistic rock behaviour using the combined finite-discrete element method. Cite
Book
Diederichs, M., & Grasselli, G. (2009). RockEng09 – Rock Engineering in Difficult Conditions. Cite
Grasselli, G., & Kim, B. (2007). Use of 3D digital system for rock mass characterization. Memorie in ricordo di Renato Ribacchi. Patron. Cite
Book Section
Grasselli, G., Zhao, Q., Lisjak, A., & Liu, Q. (2013). Numerical simulation of acoustic emission in rocks using FEM/DEM. Rock Dynamics and Applications – State of the Art (pp. 149–159). CRC Press.Scopus. Cite
Manzella, I., Lisjak, A., Mahabadi, O. K., & Grasselli, G. (2011). Influence of initial block packing on rock avalanche flow and emplacement mechanisms through FEM/DEM simulations. Pan-Am Canadian Geotechnical Society Geotechnical Conference. Cite
Nasseri, M. H. B., Tatone, B. S. A., Grasselli, G., & Young, R. P. (2009). Fracture Toughness and Fracture Roughness Interrelationship in Thermally treated Westerly Granite. In S. Vinciguerra & Y. Bernabé (Eds.), Rock Physics and Natural Hazards (pp. 801–822). Basel: Birkhäuser Basel. Cite
Report
Kaiser, P., & Grasselli, G. (2005). Review of stress-driven dynamic failure during tunnel excavation. Cite