A model of the electrical characteristics of porous materials in saturated porous medium
Keywords:
Electrical properties, Electrical conductivity, Porous mediaAbstract
Measurement of electrical conductivity is one of the most commonly used geophysical methods in geological, geotechnical, and environmental issues. In this work, a theoretical model is developed for predicting electrical conductivity of a water saturated porous medium using the skewed pore size distribution. The proposed model is related to porous water electrical conductivity, specific surface electrical conductance and microstructural parameters of the porous medium. The model predictions are successfully compared with published experimental data as well as another model available in literature. The model opens-up new possibilities for prediction of the electrical conductivity of porous materials.
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