Tensile strength and failure modes of bio-cemented grains: insights from DEM simulations

Key Points

• Tensile strength shows a significant variation under different simulated conditions, highlighting material behavior.
• Simulation results indicate specific failure modes related to bio-cemented grains, informing material development.
• Assessment using discrete element method simulations provides in-depth insights into material properties and behaviors.
• This study highlights the implications of understanding tensile strength and failure modes for engineering applications.