International Journal of Geomechanics
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EISSN:1943-5622|ISSN:1532-3641|Disc:The International Journal of Geomechanics (IJOG) focuses on geomechanics with emphasis on theoretical aspects, including computational and analytical methods and related validations. Applications of interdisciplinary topics such as geotechnical and geoenvironmental engineering, mining and geological engineering, rock and blasting engineering, underground structures, infrastructure and pavement engineering, petroleum engineering, engineering geophysics, offshore and marine geotechnology, geothermal energy, lunar and planetary engineering, and ice mechanics fall within the scope of the journal. Specific topics covered include numerical and analytical methods; constitutive modeling including elasticity, plasticity, creep, localization, fracture and instabilities; neural networks, expert systems, optimization and reliability; statics and dynamics of interacting structures and foundations; liquid and gas flow through geologic media, contaminant transport and groundwater problems; borehole stability, geohazards such as earthquakes, landslides and subsidence; soil/rock improvement; and the development of model validations using laboratory and field measurements|Priority:6|Publisher:American Society of Civil Engineers|
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Strong Mining-Induced Seismicity Characteristics and Precursor Signals Based on Statistical Seismology
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)As a consequence of the ongoing expansion of coal mining operations in China, the geological conditions encountered in these operations have become increasingly complex. Mining-induced seismicity is a frequent occurrence, ... -
A Quantitative Method for Predicting the Fragmentation Range in Rock Blasting Based on the Dynamic Coupling Effect of In Situ Stress and Explosive Load
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)The rock blasting crush zone and fracture zone develop in the direction of major principal stress under the influence of in situ stress. However, there is still a lack of an accurate calculation method for predicting the ... -
Experimental and Numerical Studies on 3D Cellular Confinements Supported over an Encased Group of Stone Columns
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)The performance of three-dimensional (3D) cellular confinement over a geotextile-encased group of stone columns subjected to static loading was studied with the help of experimental and numerical studies. Laboratory tests ... -
Study on the Dynamic Characteristics and Damage Constitutive Model of Cemented Sand–Gravel
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)Cemented sand–gravel (CSG) is an innovative material for dam construction with a wide range of applications. Nevertheless, a comprehensive understanding of the dynamic properties of CSG is lacking. A series of cyclic ... -
Experimental and Numerical Study on Ground Shock in Loess under Ground Surface Explosions
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)To study the ground shock in loess soil subjected to ground surface explosion, field tests were conducted with the scaled distance of measuring points ranging from 0.328 to 1.73 m/kg1/3. Then, a refined numerical model was ... -
Similarity Evaluation of Transparent Sand and Natural Sands Based on Simulation of a Hypoplastic Constitutive Model
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)In transparent soil model experiments, fused quartz stands out as the most promising substitute for natural sand. However, there is still a lack of a comprehensive evaluation system to assess the similarity of its mechanical ... -
The Effect of Cement Content on the Poroelastic Parameters and Grain Crushing of Artificial Sandstones
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)This study investigates the influence of cement content on the poroelastic properties of sandstones through a series of uniaxial and hydrostatic compression tests under fluid-saturated drained conditions, spanning both ... -
Effect of Installation Disturbance on Pullout Capacity of Helical Soil Nails in Cohesionless Soils: Experimental and Numerical Studies
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)Soil nailing is a widely accepted method for stabilizing slopes, excavations, and so forth. However, conventional gravity or pressure-grouted soil nails are difficult to install in some unfavorable soil conditions. The ... -
Strength Deterioration Model of Lushi Swelling Rock under Wetting–Drying Cycles and Its Application in High Slopes with Rainstorm Conditions
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)To study the degree of strength parameter deterioration (DSPD) of Lushi swelling rock in the high slope area under wetting–drying cycles, 114 samples are remodeled. Wetting–drying cycle and triaxial tests are conducted to ... -
A Peak Shear Strength Criterion of Rock Joints Based on Brightness Area Percentage
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)The stability of rock masses is intricately tied to the peak shear strength (PSS) of rock joints. In this study, a novel criterion for accessing the PSS of rock joints is proposed based on a three-dimensional (3D) parameter ... -
Combined Computational and Experimental Studies on the Bending Cracking Behavior of Red Clay
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)This study investigates the factors affecting crack development in red clay roadbeds and slopes through a combined computational and experimental approach. A finite-element model of a prefabricated cracked red clay fracture ... -
Method for Determining Road Comprehensive Bearing Capacity Based on the Cavity Diameter-to-Depth Ratio
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)The leakage of drainage pipes is the primary cause of underground cavity formation, and the cavity diameter-to-depth ratio significantly affects the overall stability of roads. However, studies on the quantitative calculation ... -
Groundwater-Induced Settlements of Group Piles in Sand through Rising and Falling Phases of Groundwater Fluctuation
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)In this study, the settlement behavior of group piles installed in sand under various conditions of groundwater level (GWL) was investigated in comparison with that of a single pile. An experimental program with centrifuge ... -
Cyclic Simple Shear Response of Coral Sand under the Dual Effects of Isotropic Confinement and Normal Stress
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)Coral sand exhibits distinct characteristics that set it apart from hard-grained siliceous sand, posing unique challenges for the design and construction of offshore foundations. One notable aspect of coral sand is particle ... -
Multistep Probabilistic Forecasting Approach for Tunnel Boring Machine Cutterhead Torque and Thrust Based on VMD-BDNN
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)Accurate prediction of cutterhead torque and thrust is crucial for achieving efficient and safe propulsion of a tunnel boring machine (TBM). However, several uncertainties within the predictions of TBM parameters may ... -
Axial Bearing Behavior of Distributed Postgrouted Drilled Shafts: Field In Situ and Laboratory Model Tests
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)This paper presents the results of in situ static load tests conducted on two superlong and large-diameter drilled shafts to investigate the influence of distributed post grouting on bearing behavior, side resistance, and ... -
Pseudodynamic Analysis of Strength Nonlinear 3D Soil Slopes Based on Multicone Failure Mechanism
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)Accurate evaluation of the stability of three-dimensional (3D) slopes in seismically active regions is crucial. However, conventional assessments of slope stability often utilize the classic Mohr–Coulomb criterion to ... -
PFC-FLAC3D Coupled Modeling on Rammed Stone Columns
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)A three-dimensional Particle Flow Code (PFC)-3D and Fast Lagrangian Analysis in the Continua (FLAC3D) coupled numerical model is presented in this study to investigate the bearing capacities of rammed stone columns (RSCs) ... -
Improved Deformation Calculation Method for Immersed Tunnels Considering Siltation Effects: A Case Study of the Yongjiang Immersed Tunnel in Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, China
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)This paper introduces an advanced method for calculating the deformation of immersed tunnels when accounting for the impact of repeated siltation loads during maintenance. Based on the insights into the force and deformation ... -
Research on the Fracture Mechanism and Pressure Relief Control Technology of the Thick and Hard Roof in a Coal Pillar Recovery Working Face
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)In coal mining, substantial main roadway pillars are typically discarded post completion, largely wasteful of resources and discordant with the idea of sustainable mining. To enhance the recovery rate of coal resources in ...