Abstract: An improved two‐dimensional plane‐strain numerical procedure based on the incremental‐iterative nonlinear finite‐element method is developed to predict ground subsidence caused by underground mining. The procedure emphasizes ...

Abstract: Reliable and economical design of portland cement concrete (PCC) pavement structural systems relies on various factors, among which is the proper characterization of the expected permeability response of the concrete mixes. ...

Abstract: Soil reinforcement using discrete randomly distributed fibers has been widely investigated over the last 30 years. Several models were suggested to estimate the improvement brought by fibers to the shear strength of soils. ...

Abstract: When sand columns are used as vertical drains in soil improvement schemes, the possible reinforcing role that these columns can play in regards to improving the bearing capacity is usually neglected in design. The objective ...

Abstract: Several models have been suggested to estimate the improvement brought by fibers to the shear strength of fiber-reinforced sands. To date, the effectiveness and reliability of these models have not been the subject of a ...