Consolidation deformation of hydrate-bearing sediments: A pore-scale computed tomography investigation

Consolidation deformation is prevalent in hydrate-bearing sediments due to oceanic currents, the erection of jack-up drilling rig platforms, depressurization exploitation, etc. However, the microstructural behavior of hydrate-bearing sediment during consolidation remains unclear because of experimental challenges. Herein, using a novel microfocus X-ray CT-based triaxial testing apparatus, we present a series of results to reveal the...