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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Monitoring Performance Indicators during Electrokinetic Treatment
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)Abstract Electrokinetic treatment is a sustainable ground improvement method that involves the application of an electric field to the soil to enhance its properties. This study aims to investigate the effect of undrained ... -
Effect of Potassium Nitrate on the Potential Swelling and Shrinkage of an Expansive Soil
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)Abstract The effect of distilled water and potassium nitrate solutions at varying concentrations as inundating fluids on the swelling–shrinkage behavior of an expansive soil was studied through a series of wetting and ... -
Improved Peak Dilatancy Angle for Shear Strength Criteria of Sawtooth Rock Joints
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)Abstract The shear strength criterion for sawtooth joints, which considers only the shear contribution of inclination angle and ignores the effect of height difference, requires improvement. Direct shear tests based on ... -
Estimation of Ground Motion Parameters for Varying Geomedia Intended for Underground Blast Scenarios
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)Abstract Accidental and intended blast-related activities might be detrimental to structures and their personnel. The detonation of explosives for various blast scenarios induces ground shocks that cause a ground vibration, ... -
Dynamic Response Characteristics and Liquefaction Analysis of a Phosphogypsum Tailings Dam
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)Abstract Static and dynamic stability analyses are crucial components of engineering practice for ensuring the stability of phosphogypsum (PG) tailings dams. Within this context, the liquefaction analysis under seismic ... -
A Neural Network with a PSO-ELM Hybrid Optimization Algorithm: Applications to Analysis of Soil Bearing Capacity
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)Abstract The soil bearing capacity in Nanchang (China) was measured by in situ and laboratory tests, and 141 data points were obtained. Theoretical and correlation analyses were conducted to determine the relationship ... -
Coupled Hydrodynamic–Geotechnical Analysis of Vertical Breakwater Stability under Solitary Wave Impact
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract When subjected to extreme wave loading, vertical breakwaters are prone to shear failure in their foundations, while the caisson body may experience sliding or overturning. Despite extensive research on breakwater ... -
A Multifidelity Neural Network Model for Predicting Deformation in Deep Excavations and Nearby Existing Tunnels
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Numerical modeling is an effective approach to investigating deformation responses caused by deep excavations; however, it often shows discrepancies when compared with field measurements. To this end, this study ... -
T-Bar Penetration Response and Parameter Interpretation in Layered Soft–Stiff–Soft Clays: Insights from the LDFE Analysis
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Soils with interbedded soft/stiff layers are commonly encountered in marine sediments, which has been verified to have a significant effect on the bearing capacity of marine foundations and seabed safety. T-bar ... -
Large Deformation Analysis of the Keying Process of Strip Plate Anchors in Clay
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract This study presents a series of large deformation analysis to investigate the keying behavior of strip plate anchors in normally consolidated (NC) clay with varying soil profiles during the keying process. To ... -
Evaluation of the Supporting Effectiveness of Negative Poisson’s Ratio Anchor Cables in Antidip Slope Excavation and Seismic Response
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract The seismic instability of antidip rock slopes represents a critical issue in the prevention and control of geological disasters. The seismic stability of antidip rock slopes, reinforced using negative Poisson’s ... -
A Novel Approach for Accurate Surface Subsidence Forecasting: Combining Tanh Time Function with Adaptive Weighted Models
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract To address the challenges of insufficient accuracy and stability in surface subsidence prediction, especially in mined-out areas with complex temporal and spatial variations, a two-parameter hyperbolic tangent ... -
Integrated Numerical and Experimental Analysis of Sand–Crumb Rubber Layer Performance in Machine Foundations
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract This study examines the vibration isolation potential of sand–crumb rubber (SCR) layers for machine foundations, particularly in mitigating the production of detrimental dynamic loads. SCR mixtures offer inherent ... -
Centrifuge-Guided Theoretical Analysis of Slurry-Supported Borehole Stability in Nonhomogeneous Clay
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract The stability of slurry-supported pile boreholes in nonhomogeneous clays is critical for underground geotechnical problems involving bored pile foundations. However, existing analyses rarely capture the experimentally ... -
Analytical Solutions and Parameter Sensitivity of Construction Disturbance–Induced Settlement of a Prefabricated Underground Station
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract During the construction of prefabricated underground stations (PUSs), adverse geological conditions and external loads can cause deformation and misalignment of the station rings. Previous models treat PUS as a ... -
A Micromechanics-Based Strength Criterion for Porous Rock: Application to Predict Wellbore Failure Behavior
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract In underground engineering, including oil and gas extraction, mining activities, and CO2 sequestrations, porous rock formations are commonly encountered. The stability assessment of drilling or excavation operations ... -
Surface Wave Attenuation by Periodic Pile Barriers in Unsaturated Soil
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Due to their attenuation zone characteristics, underground periodic barriers such as row piles used to isolate surface wave propagation in soil have been attracting increasing attention in recent years. However, ... -
Cross-Scale Effect of Mutual Transition between Matrix and Preferential Flow on Hydraulic Erosion of Loess with a Joint Using CFD-DEM
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Loess, a porous eolian deposit with well-developed joints, exhibits complex erosion behaviors under water infiltration. However, the intricate flow mechanisms within loess in the seepage path have not been fully ... -
Multilayer Soil Infiltration Model and Infinite Slope Stability Analysis Considering Dynamic Correction of Infiltration Coefficient
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract The traditional Green–Ampt model inadequately characterizes unsaturated transition zones and interlayer infiltration discontinuities during rainfall infiltration in multilayer slopes. This study extends the ... -
Physics-Assisted Data-Driven Methods for Predicting the Performance of Deep Excavation in Soft Clays
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract This paper investigates the use of physics-assisted data-driven methods for predicting the performance (such as wall deformation and factor of safety against basal heave) of deep excavation in soft clay. ...