To guide future work, the crossover length is estimated for typical joint surfaces and for the San Andreas fault. Additionally, a simple method is proposed to obtain the correct fractal dimension without prior knowledge of the crossover length....
The subduction-channel model postulates essentially the same basic mechanics for all convergent plate margins that have attained a quasi-steady state (typically reached after about 20 Ma of subduction at speeds of 10 to 20 km Ma−1). It assumes that the subducting sediment deforms approximately ...
In southern California stretches of the trail cross the Mojave Desert and the San Andreas Fault zone and pass near the cities of San Bernardino and Palm Springs. Most hikers walk short segments of the trail. It may be hiked from end to end in about six months, but, because of factors ...
Geographic Locations of Earthquakes Most earthquakes happen in certain areas because they occur where the Earth's plates meet. These areas known for earthquakes and volcanoes are called 'The Ring of Fire.' One major earthquake zone is in California, where the San Andreas Fault is located. Another...