Micromechanical Investigation of Cyclic Degradation in Granular Materials Based on the Photoelastic Technique

Abstract

AbstractParticle behavior under cyclic shear is one of the fundamental topics in geotechnical engineering. Understanding their behavior aids in improving the stability and performance of granular materials under repeated loading. However, their behavior ...Practical ApplicationsUnder repeated loads, granular materials—such as those in roadbeds, foundations, and embankments—may experience significant changes in their internal structure. This study demonstrates that the degradation of granular materials under ...