Acoustic emissions of a freezed gneiss sample.

What is it about?

Understanding the mechanism of ice formation and growing within cracks and pores is then very important. Acoustic emissions, due to the onset of ice, can be detectable with an accurate choice of the acquisition device and a taylored data processing.

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Why is it important?

Climate change in high mountains can cause rock instability problems. A deeper knowledge of the mechanisms behind the effect of ice in rock may help to design appropriate monitoring setup.