Table 2 Cumulative ring count of rock for each weak layer dip angle and stress level in creep test.

From: Damage characteristics of weak rocks with different dip angles during creep

Weak dip Angle

Cumulative ringing count/103

 

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4

θ = 0°

 Load rising period

13.65

8.48

9.42

 Stabilization period

5.76

6.55

25.47

θ = 15°

 Load rising period

14.26

10.43

11.88

 Stabilization period

2.26

3.57

20.62

θ = 30°

 Load rising period

15.59

10.36

11.21

13.46

 Stabilization period

6.74

7.52

8.41

19.34

θ = 45°

 Load rising period

16.47

13.22

14.46

 Stabilization period

5.54

6.28

18.57