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Brief communication: Stalagmite damage by cave ice flow quantitatively assessed by fluid–structure interaction simulations
Alexander H. Jarosch
ThetaFrame Solutions, 6330, Kufstein, Austria
Paul Hofer
Department of Basic Sciences in Engineering Sciences, University of Innsbruck, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
Christoph Spötl
CORRESPONDING AUTHOR
Department of Geology, University of Innsbruck, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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Short summary
Mechanical damage to stalagmites is commonly observed in mid-latitude caves. In this study we investigate ice flow along the cave bed as a possible mechanism for stalagmite damage. Utilizing models which simulate forces created by ice flow, we study the structural integrity of different stalagmite geometries. Our results suggest that structural failure of stalagmites caused by ice flow is possible, albeit unlikely.
Mechanical damage to stalagmites is commonly observed in mid-latitude caves. In this study we...
