Feng Chen - Underground energy storage - Best Researcher Award
State Key Laboratory of Geomechanics and Geotechnical Engineering - China
AUTHOR PROFILE
🏗️ RESEARCH IN GEOTECHNICS
Feng Chen is a distinguished researcher primarily engaged in geotechnical mechanics and nonlinear numerical simulation of geotechnical engineering. His work focuses on stability assessment techniques for deep underground spaces, providing valuable insights for industries and governments alike. With a sharp focus on solving complex geotechnical problems, his research contributes significantly to the safety of underground structures.
📚 PROJECT LEADER
Feng Chen has led several major research projects, including the prestigious 973 Program and key initiatives supported by the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the National Natural Science Foundation of China. His leadership extends to critical projects such as salt cavern gas storage and helium storage, advancing cutting-edge solutions in energy and infrastructure safety.
🏅 AWARDS AND HONORS
Chen’s contributions have earned him notable recognition, including a National Science and Technology Progress Award (Second Prize) and a Hubei Province Science and Technology Progress Award (First Prize). His consistent achievements highlight his excellence in both research and practical applications within his field.
🛠️ INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES
Feng Chen has developed innovative technologies for safety supervision and testing of gas storage systems. His patents, such as the salt rock dissolution law test device, showcase his ability to create practical solutions that are transforming geotechnical practices. His research directly impacts safety and operational efficiency in underground storage systems.
🔬 SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS
With over 20 papers published in prestigious journals, Feng Chen has contributed to understanding underground storage systems, surface subsidence, and viscoelastic theory. His work enhances the reliability of energy storage solutions, providing essential knowledge to ensure the stability of geological formations and infrastructure.
📖 BOOK AUTHOR
Feng Chen co-authored the book "Mechanics Theory and Engineering of Layered Salt Rock," a comprehensive text that serves as a crucial resource for geotechnical engineering students and professionals. His expertise is deeply rooted in both academic research and its practical implementation in the engineering industry.
🌍 GLOBAL IMPACT
Chen's research extends globally, particularly in the area of renewable energy integration through underground salt cavern storage. His work addresses critical challenges in energy storage, contributing to the future of sustainable energy solutions by enhancing the safety and efficiency of large-scale energy storage projects.
NOTABLE PUBLICATION
Title: Viscoelastic Analysis of Surface Deformation Above Salt Caverns for Gas Storage Based on Semi-Infinite Space
Authors: Ye, L., Chen, F., Chen, J., Chen, X., Yang, C.
Journal: Journal of Energy Storage
Year: 2023
Title: Subsidence Above Gas Storage in Salt Caverns Predicted with Viscoelastic Theory
Authors: Chen, F., Ye, L., Ma, H., Liu, H., Yang, C.
Journal: Journal of Natural Gas Science and Engineering
Year: 2022
Title: Subsidence Above Rock Salt Caverns Predicted with Elastic Plate Theory
Authors: Ye, L., Chen, F., Ma, H., Li, H., Yang, C.
Journal: Environmental Earth Sciences
Year: 2022
Title: Study on Strength of Rock Salt with Mudstone Based on the Hoek-Brown Criterion
Authors: Ye, L., Chen, F., Xue, T., Wang, W.
Conference: 56th U.S. Rock Mechanics/Geomechanics Symposium
Year: 2022
Title: Acoustic Emission Activity and Damage Evolution Characteristics of Marble Under Triaxial Stress at High Temperatures
Authors: Li, H.-R., Wang, Z.-H., Meng, S.-R., Zhao, W.-G., Chen, F.
Journal: Yantu Lixue/Rock and Soil Mechanics
Year: 2021