International Journal of Geomechanics: Recent submissions
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Geotechnical Analysis Involving Cross-Anisotropic Soils Using a Generalized Anisotropic Stress Tensor
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Geotechnical analysis may often involve the soil mass of cross-anisotropy, and a consideration of the cross-anisotropy of soil mass is crucial to the safety and economy of geotechnical applications. In this work, ... -
Development and Calibration of a Simplified Nonlinear Spring Model for Predicting the Lateral Response of Caisson Foundations Using a Multiobjective Genetic Algorithm
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract This study introduces a simplified one-dimensional nonlinear spring model to predict the lateral behavior of caisson foundations under combined lateral and moment loading considering nonlinearities at both the ... -
Analytical Modeling for the Axial Load Transfer Mechanism of Reamed Precast Concrete Pile in Pile–Slab Structure Subgrades
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)Abstract Reamed precast concrete (RPC) piles are composed of precast concrete core piles and peripheral reamed material condensates. The load transfer behavior is very complex because of the cooperative bearing mechanism ... -
Soil Arching due to Stone Column–Improved Loose Silty Sand
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Soil arching is an important phenomenon in geotechnical engineering because it significantly influences stress distribution and displacement patterns in earthworks. Nevertheless, the intricate behavior of soil ... -
Modified Green–Ampt Model for Modeling Water Flow Behavior in Capillary Barrier System
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)Abstract Extensive research studies related to capillary barrier system (CBS) in the literature showcased its effective antiseepage water characteristics for improving the performance of several soil infrastructures. In ... -
Slope Reliability Analysis Using a Convolutional Neural Networks Surrogate Model with Emphasis on the Nonstationary Spatial Variability of Soil Properties
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Slope reliability analysis has always been a research focus for geotechnical engineers. Currently, most studies use stationary random fields to simulate the spatial variability of soil parameters. However, many ... -
Failure Analysis of Surrounding Rocks between Pile Holes and Water-Rich Karst Areas
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Water-rich karst areas are characterized by fragmented strata and strong disaster-causing properties. This often results in geological hazards such as karst water inrush and ground subsidence. During pile foundation ... -
Three-Dimensional Upper-Bound Plastic Limit Analysis and Experimental Validation of Karst Foundations: Bearing Capacity Assessment and Failure Mechanisms
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Karst foundations, characterized by caves and weak interlayers, pose significant challenges in stability assessment. Traditional 2D methods fail to capture the complex spatial interactions governing load transfer ... -
Stress Response Assessment of a Flexible Lining Structure in Tunnel Construction Using a Novel Hybrid Alternative Intelligent Model
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Stress response assessment of flexible lining has always been a key problem during the construction and maintenance of tunnels in seismically active areas. There is a lack of reliable and efficient methods for ... -
Jointed Rock Slope Stability Analysis Using Finite-Element Limit-Equilibrium Method
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)Abstract The finite-element limit-equilibrium method (FELEM) has been successfully applied for the stability analysis of soil slopes and homogeneous rock slopes. It employs optimization algorithms to identify the critical ... -
Structural Design of Well Foundations on Slopes for Static and Seismic Conditions Considering V–H–M Interaction
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract In this study, design forces in well foundations located on flat and sloping terrains were evaluated under the application of combined vertical (V), horizontal (H), and moment (M) loading. The distribution of ... -
Direct Shear Test with a Breakable Cluster-Based Model of Ballast Structure for Railway Application
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Breakage of ballast particles can significantly affect the load response behavior and field performance of ballast layers in railway track structures. However, the particle contact and the associated micromechanical ... -
Experimental and Numerical Investigation of Uplift Capacity of Membrane-Confined Stem-Grouted Piles
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)Abstract Conventional deep foundations with high uplift resistance, such as enlarged base/belled/underreamed piles, pose significant challenges in terms of quality control and assurance. Specifically, the collapse of ... -
Study of the Failure Mechanism of a Tunnel Reinforced with a Petal-Shaped Grouting Layer Based on the Upper-Bound Method
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)Abstract During shield tunnel construction, tunnel stability and surface settlement deformation are often improved by backfill grouting; thus, studying the failure mechanisms of grout-reinforced tunnels is significant for ... -
Three-Dimensional Direct Solution Method for the Elastoplastic Analysis of Deep-Buried Soft Rock Tunnels Considering the Volumetric Force of Anchor Rods
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract The theoretical analysis of deep-buried soft rock tunnels with anchor rod support in the past generally employed simplified methods such as strength superposition or dividing anchorage zones into n microelements, ... -
Prediction Model for the Saturated Permeability Coefficient of Compacted Bentonite
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)Abstract Bentonite is unanimously recognized by the international community as the ideal buffer/backfill material in deep geological repositories for high-level radioactive waste. The low permeability of compacted bentonite ... -
Shear Behavior of Rock Joints Filled With Unsaturated Infill: Insights from Numerical Modeling and the Development of Strength Criterion
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract The mechanical behavior of discontinuities is significantly affected by the characteristics of the infill present along them. However, fewer studies have been performed to assess the response to discontinuities ... -
Deformation Analysis of Circular Tunnels Based on a Viscoelastic–Plastic Rheological Model
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)Abstract Geomaterials experience time-dependent deformation resulting from underground excavation. Herein, we propose a novel six-parameter creep constitutive model incorporating a Hookean elastomer, Kelvin body, and plastic ... -
Mechanical Responses and Temporal Multifractal Behaviors of Rock–Coal–Rock Composite Body under Uniaxial Compression Using an AE Monitoring Tool
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Diagnosing the catastrophic instability processes of combined structures formed by the roof rock, coal pillar, and floor rock is essential to the stability of a mining area. In this paper, uniaxial compression ... -
Deformation Characteristics Prediction for Asymmetric Retaining Structure Systems in Adjacent Excavations
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)Abstract This paper investigates the influence of different asymmetric retaining structure systems on deformation behavior and environmental impact in adjacent excavations using three-dimensional finite difference analysis. ...