We introduce Fracture, a novel framework that transforms and modernizes the basic process abstraction. By “fracturing” an application into logical modules, Fracture enables powerful and novel run-time configurations that improve run-time testing, application availability, and general robustness, all in a generic and incremental manner. We demonstrate the utility of fracturing via in-depth case ...

This paper describes the applications of the fractured continuum model to the different enhanced geothermal systems reservoir conditions. The capability of the fractured continuum model to generate fracture characteristics expected in enhanced geothermal systems reservoir environments are demonstrated for single and multiple sets of fractures. Fracture characteristics are defined by fracture st...

Groundwater movement and availability in crystalline and metamorphosed rocks is dominated by the secondary porosity generated through fracturing. The distributions of fractures and fracture zones determine permeable pathways and the productivity of these rocks. Controls on how these distributions vary with depth in the shallow subsurface (<300m) and their resulting influence on groundwater flow...

UNLABELLED Complete dentures often fracture during normal masticatory function. The reason could be due to the shape of the palate, i.e. deep, medium or shallow palatal vault. This in vitro study was performed to determine the relationship of palatal vault depth and flexural strength of two different permanent denture base resins. Edentulous maxillary casts of patients were collected from the d...

OBJECTIVE Orthodontic mini-implants (OMIs) are increasingly used in orthodontics but can fail for various reasons. This study investigates the effects of OMI design characteristics on the mechanical properties in artificial bone. MATERIAL AND METHODS Twelve self-drilling OMIs (2 small, 6 medium, 4 large) from 8 manufacturers were tested for their primary stability in simulated medium-high can...

To test models of the hydraulics and geometry of englacial conduits, 48 holes (3900m of ice) were drilled into Storglaciaren, Sweden, in search of conduits. About 79% of the holes intersected a hydraulically connected englacial feature. A video camera was used to examine the features and measure local water-flow rates. Because of the extremely clear ice that surrounded most features, their geom...

The aim of the study was to determine the effect of the flexural strength on denture bases fabricated on different palatal vault depths. Also, to compare the flexural strength of high impact heat cure resin with regular heat cure resin denture bases. Edentulous casts with deep, medium and shallow palatal vault depth were selected. Three different moulds were made in silicone duplicating materia...

As part of the European Hot Dry Rocks Project, a second exploration borehole, EPS-1, has been cored to a depth of 2227 m at Soultz-sous-For@ts (France). The target was a granite beginning at 1417 m depth, overlain by post-Paleozoic sedimentary cover. Structural analysis and petrographic examination of the 800-111 porphyritic granite core, have shown that this rock has undergone several periods ...

tooth fracture is a common dental problem. by extension of cavity dimensions, the remaining tooth structure weakens and occlusal forces may cause tooth fracture. the aim of this study was to evaluate and compare the fracture resistance of teeth restored with direct and indirect composite restorations.sixty-five sound maxillary premolar teeth were chosen and randomly divided into five groups eac...