This paper deals with axially symmetric vibrations of composite poroelastic spherical shell consisting of two spherical shells (inner one and outer one), each of which retains its own distinctive properties. The frequency equations for pervious and impervious surfaces are obtained within the framework of Biot's theory of wave propagation in poroelastic solids. Nondimensional frequency against the ratio of outer and inner radii is computed for two types of sandstone spherical shells and the results are presented graphically. From the graphs, nondimensional frequency values are periodic in nature, but in the case of ring modes, frequency values increase with the increase of the ratio. The nondimensional phase velocity as a function of wave number is also computed for two types of sandstone spherical shells and for the spherical bone implanted with titanium. In the case of sandstone shells, the trend is periodic and distinct from the case of bone. In the case of bone, when the wave number lies between 2 and 3, the phase velocity values are periodic, and when the wave number lies between 0.1 and 1, the phase velocity values decrease.

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate the effect of reinforcement, inhomogeneity and initial stress on the propagation of shear waves. The problem consists of magneto poroelastic medium sandwiched between self-reinforced medium and poroelastic half space. Using Biot’s theory of wave propagation, the frequency equation is obtained. Design/methodology/approach Shear wave propagation in magneto poroelastic medium embedded between a self-reinforced medium and poroelastic half space is investigated. This particular setup is quite possible in the Earth crust. All the three media are assumed to be inhomogeneous under initial stress. The significant effects of initial stress and inhomogeneity parameters of individual media have been studied. Findings Phase velocity is computed against wavenumber for various values of self-reinforcement, heterogeneity parameter and initial stress. Classical elasticity results are deduced as a particular case of the present study. Also in the absence of inhomogeneity and initial stress, frequency equation is discussed. Graphical representation is made to exhibit the results. Originality/value Shear wave propagation in magneto poroelastic medium embedded between a self-reinforced medium, and poroelastic half space are investigated in presence of initial stress, and inhomogeneity parameter. For heterogeneous poroelastic half space, the Whittaker’s solution is obtained. From the numerical results, it is observed that heterogeneity parameter, inhomogeneity parameter and reinforcement parameter have significant influences on the wave characteristics. In addition, frequency equation is discussed in absence of inhomogeneity and initial stress. For the validation purpose, numerical results are also computed for a particular case.

Purpose In this paper, wave propagation in a poroelastic thick-walled hollow cylinder is investigated in the framework of Biot’s extension theory. Biot’s theory of poroelasticity is valid for isotropic porous solids saturated with non-viscous fluid. The bulk and shear viscosities are not considered in the classical Biot’s theory. Biot’s extension theory takes all these into an account. Biot’s extension theory is applied here to investigate the radial vibrations in thick-walled hollow poroelastic cylinder. The paper aims to discuss these issues. Design/methodology/approach By considering the stress-free boundaries, the frequency equation is obtained in the presence of dissipation. Limiting case when the ratio between thickness and inner radius is very small is investigated numerically. In the limiting case, the asymptotic expansions of Bessel functions are employed so that frequency equation is separated into two parts which gives attenuation coefficient and phase velocity. If the shear viscosity is neglected, then the problem reduces to that of the classical Biot’s theory. Findings For the numerical purpose, the solids Berea sandstone and bone are used. The results are presented graphically. Originality/value Radial vibrations of thick-walled hollow poroelastic cylinder are investigated in the framework of Biot’s extension theory. Due to the mathematical complexity, limiting case is considered. The complex valued frequency equation is discussed numerically which gives the attenuation coefficient and phase velocity. If shear viscosity is neglected, then the problem reduces to that of the classical Biot’s theory. The comparison has been made between the current results and that of classical results.

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