International Journal of Geomechanics: Recent submissions
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Closed-Form Solution for the Ultimate Bearing Capacity of Large-Diameter Rigid Piles in Sand Based on Two-Wedge and Rotational Failure Mechanisms
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Large-diameter rigid piles with a low embedded depth-to-diameter ratio have been predominantly utilized in offshore wind turbines. A reliable way to evaluate the lateral bearing capacity of rigid piles in sandy ... -
Damage Evolution Analysis of Loess Slope under Dynamic Compaction Based on the Multielectrode Resistivity Method
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Under continuous dynamic compaction and vibration, slope instability and failure in the Loess Plateau region may occur. Many previous studies focused on the overall stability of the slope, but the damage mechanism ... -
Analysis Method of a New Stabilizing Pile System for High Embankments
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract This study presents stabilizing piles with a rigid platform (SPRP) system, an innovative composite retaining structure specifically designed for high embankments under challenging conditions. The system comprises ... -
Failure Envelopes of Shallow Caisson Foundations and a Predictive Model Using a Swarm-Based Adam Optimizer
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract This study presents a framework for constructing failure envelopes of shallow caissons in anisotropic and homogeneous clay employing the anisotropic undrained shear strength criteria in combination with three-dimensional ... -
Environmental Temperature and Filling-Type Influence on the Subgrade Pot Cover Effect in Seasonal Frozen Soil Regions
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract The pot cover effect refers to the phenomenon in which an impermeable cover layer impedes soil moisture evaporation, leading to water accumulation beneath the cover. This effect significantly increases the moisture ... -
Rankine Active Earth Pressure of Unsaturated Soil Based on the Envelope Shell Model
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract In this study, a novel approach for the active earth pressure on retaining wall with unsaturated backfill is proposed based on the nonlinear shear strength envelope shell model and classical Rankine theory. This ... -
Critical Assessment of Current Standards for Wetting Deformation of Rockfill Materials Using the Discrete-Element Method
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract To study whether the triaxial specimen size suggested by the GB/T 50123-2019 and ASTM D7181-20 meets the representative element volume (REV) for the wetting deformation of rockfill materials, the effect of specimens ... -
Energy Dissipation Characteristics and an Equivalent Explosive Unit Consumption Model for Frozen Sandstone with Different Moisture Contents
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Under the influence of water–ice consolidation, the blastability of frozen rock undergoes changes, and therefore, the blastability of frozen rock is a research focus in the theory and design of precision blasting ... -
Dilatancy Behavior of Normally Consolidated Reconstituted Clays: A Novel Constitutive Model Based on Bounding Compression Line
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract This study investigates the dilatancy behavior of normally consolidated reconstituted clays. Comprehensive laboratory tests were conducted on deep Shanghai clay to investigate its mechanical behavior. The test ... -
Mechanical Response of Calcareous Sand under Static and Dynamic Loading: Development of a Unified Breakage Prediction Model
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Calcareous sand, characterized by high porosity and fragile particle morphology, exhibits complex mechanical responses and particle breakage under multistage shear loading in coastal and seabed environments. This ... -
Dynamic Characteristics of Jointed Rock Masses with a Natural Rubber Latex Dampening Layer under Seismic Loading Conditions
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract In rock dynamics problems, evaluating the dynamic characteristics of a jointed rock mass during the propagation of shear waves generated by seismic and other explosive loading is of utmost importance. The effectiveness ... -
Modeling of Relaxation Parameters and Strength Aging of Silt under the Influence of Initial Strain in Three-Dimensional Stress Conditions
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Stress relaxation, as an important time-dependent characteristic of soil, can significantly influence the long-term stability of geotechnical engineering. Existing studies have primarily focused on the stress ... -
Semianalytical Solution for Pile Installation Response in Marine Soft Clays Considering Anisotropy and Structural Degradation
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract The penetration of piles into marine soft clays causes significant soil disturbance, resulting in substantial changes to effective stress, pore-water pressure, and soil structure. This study presents a semianalytical ... -
An Estimation Method for the Size of Fractures in Rock Masses Using Borehole–Window Sampling
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract A large number of fractures are randomly distributed within rock masses, and these fractures play an important role in studying the mechanical behavior of rock masses, the movement of fluids in rock masses, and ... -
Evolution Mechanisms of Lateral Earth Pressure against Rigid Retaining Structures Adjacent to Composite Foundations
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract With the rapid development of urban underground space utilization, an increasing number of problems arise, requiring foundation pit–supporting projects to be constructed adjacent to existing buildings. The calculation ... -
Particle Breakage and Shear Strength Behavior of Calcareous Soils under Triaxial Loading Conditions
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract In geotechnical engineering, the mechanical behavior of calcareous soils (CS) is significantly influenced by particle breakage and the resulting change in shape morphology. This study focuses on understanding the ... -
Explicit Prediction and Uncertainty Analysis of Slurry Density during Slurry Shield Tunneling in Sand
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract The maintenance of soil–water pressure equilibrium and operational stability during slurry shield tunneling in saturated sandy soils critically depends on the formation of a low-permeability filter cake at the ... -
Seismic Performance Evaluation of the Interaction between RC Buildings and Soil-Nailed Structures
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract The growing need for high-rise buildings and infrastructure has resulted in a scarcity of naturally available flat ground. As a solution, excavations are being carried out on hilly and sloped terrains to create ... -
Prediction Method of Tunnel-Blasting Ground Vibration in Sand–Mudstone Interbedded Area Using IPSO-BPNN Algorithm
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Addressing the high risks associated with blasting construction in sand–mudstone interbedded areas and the challenges in accurately predicting surface vibration velocity, this study proposes a prediction method ... -
Coupled Probabilistic and Numerical Limit Analysis for Stability Assessment of Rock Tunnels Considering Uncertainties of Input Rock Properties
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract This study presents a stability analysis of circular tunnels in rock masses following the generalized Hoek–Brown (GHB) yield criterion with uncertain rock properties. Hybrid second-order exponential cone programming ...