Foam concrete (FC) has the potential of being an alternative to ordinary concrete, as it
reduces dead loads on the structure and foundation, contributes to energy conservation, and …

Grouting is one of the most important auxiliary methods for shield tunnel, and there are huge
differences of constituent materials and properties of grouts for different strata. To provide …

Statistical analysis of tunnel fire accidents (TFAs) in China 2000–2016 as related to causes,
characteristics, and consequences are discussed in this study with average frequency, time …

Loess is a common soil layer of geological movement. It has macropores, vertical joints, and
tubular pores and also low strength and strong water sensitivity. When building a tunnel in a …

Loess is mainly Quaternary sediments formed in arid or semi-arid areas, accounting for
9.3% of the total land area in the world, totaling∼ 13 million km 2 (Rogers et al. 1994) …

Abstract The Qingling–Bashan (QB) mountain region in southern Shaanxi mainly consists of
strongly compressive zones from east to west, with tight folds and compressive fractures …

The influence of metro shield construction in congested urban areas on nearby buildings is
of great concern in practice. In this study, 3D-FEM model, validated through comparison with …

With the implementation of the freeway free policy during the holidays, traffic congestion in
the freeway becomes a common phenomenon. In order to alleviate traffic pressure, traffic …

The special geological characteristics of loess, such as collapsibility and vertical joint
development, usually bring great difficulties to the construction of tunnel inverts. Effectively …

Urban ground collapse (UGC) is becoming more common in China, resulting in significant
socioeconomic losses and even personal casualties. The frequency of UGC accidents is …