ParaGeoInv Reference Manual

 

This manual aims to provide some useful information to guide users in using ParaGeoInv. The manual mainly consists of the following four sections.

 

Overview

 

The functionalities and key features of ParaGeoInv are introduced, complemented by a general illustration of overall workflow as well as a visualisation example of optimisation result.

 

Algorithm Concept

 

The concept of the underlying Nearest Neighbour algorithm implemented in ParaGeoInv is introduced, with brief descriptions on the search and appraisal stages that drive the optimisation engine.

 

Data Structures

 

Data structures associated with the setup of ParaGeoInv data file are described. Valid keywords as well as the options are defined.

 

Tutorial Examples

 

This section demonstrates the use of ParaGeoInv in recovering properties that are specified under Material_data, Fracture_data and Fluid_properties data structures.