International Journal of Geomechanics: Recent submissions
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Effect of a Vertical Surface Crack on the Stability of a Tunnel Embedded in Spatially Varying Cohesive Soil
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract This study aims to assess the stability of a tunnel of diameter D embedded at different depths H in the presence of a fine or a separated vertical surface crack in spatially varying cohesive soil. The effect of ... -
Three-Dimensional Stability Analysis of Unsaturated Soil Slopes under Nonisothermal Conditions
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Recently, the thermodynamic behavior of unsaturated soils has received increasing attention because of the requirements of energy geotechnical structures and climate evolution. Nonisothermal conditions have rarely ... -
Consolidation Analysis of Soft Soil with Continuous Drainage Boundary under Cyclic Loads
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract The foundation of onshore and offshore structures can be subjected to various types of cyclic loads. It is very significant to consider the effects of the drainage boundary condition and the different cyclic loading ... -
Explicit Complex Variable Solution for the Response of Surrounding Rock in an Arbitrarily Shaped Tunnel Considering Rheological Effects
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract The theoretical analytical solutions for the response of surrounding rock under far-field loads typically take the form of complex variable functions involving numerous high-order variables, which leads to low ... -
Research on the Mechanical Response of Shield Side–Crossing Construction on Surrounding Rocks and Existing Bridges
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract To investigate the mechanical response of surrounding rocks and existing bridges during shield tunnel construction, this study relied on the Guangzhou Electric Power Shield Tunnel Project. The 1g scaling test and ... -
Microscopic Investigation of Suffusion-Induced Particle Migration and Clogging in Gap-Graded Soils: Effects of Particle Shape and Fines Content
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Hydraulic infrastructures, such as embankments, dams, and levees, are highly vulnerable to suffusion under complex mechanical and hydraulic loading conditions, posing serious threats to their structural integrity. ... -
Geomechanical Multifactor Coupling and Hydraulic Fracture Propagation Evaluation Model for Fracability Based on a Multiplicative Synthesis Method
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Accurate evaluation of fracability in unconventional reservoirs is essential for optimizing fracturing intervals and assessing productivity. Traditional fracability models, typically based on linear weighted and ... -
DEM Investigation of the Critical State Behavior of Granular Soils: Effect of Intermediate Principal Stress and Particle Size Distribution
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract This study investigates the roles of the intermediate principal stress ratio (b) and particle size distribution (PSD) in governing the critical state behavior of granular soils using the discrete element method ... -
Impact of Microencapsulated Phase Change Materials on the Thermal and Mechanical Behaviors of Silty Soil: Applications for Energy Geostructures
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Microencapsulated phase change materials (mPCMs) are advanced materials capable of absorbing and releasing heat through phase transitions, making them well-suited for enhancing the thermal performance of energy ... -
Swelling–Shrinking Behavior and Deformation Prediction of Weakly Expansive Soils under Wetting–Drying Cycles with Different Hydraulic Coupling Paths
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Clarifying the swelling and shrinking characteristics of expansive soils is crucial to addressing engineering problems in regions with such soils. This study collected deformation data of expansive soil under ... -
Stability Assessment of Bolt-Reinforced Rock Slopes Considering Corrosion Effects
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract In practice, bolts are commonly used to stabilize rock slopes. It is well recognized that anchor bolts may experience corrosion during their service life, thus leading to a reduction in anchoring effectiveness. ... -
A Fractal Prediction Model for the Volume Change of Unsaturated Bentonite
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Unsaturated, densely compacted bentonite blocks, employed as the primary buffering material for high-level radioactive waste disposal, undergo long-term volumetric deformation upon contact with groundwater. ... -
A Homogenized-Based Model for Estimating the Thermal Conductivity of Unsaturated Granular Soils
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Granular soils are usually unsaturated consisting of solid particles, pore water, and air, and the thermal conductivity of unsaturated granular soils is a basic parameter for evaluating the deformation properties ... -
Optimization of Liquid Nitrogen Freezing in a Water-Rich Sand Stratum with High-Velocity Seepage Based on the PSO Algorithm
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract The quality of artificial ground freezing construction deteriorates significantly in tunneling projects involving water-rich sandy strata with high flow velocities. This study aims to optimize the design of freezing ... -
Determination of Parameters and Validation of a Fractional-Order Hyperbolic Model under Complex Stress Paths in Frozen Calcareous Clays
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract The Huainan–Huaibei mining area is widely covered with calcareous clay layers, characterized by low freezing points, high frost heave, easy disintegration upon water exposure, and low strength. Its mechanical ... -
Numerical Investigation of Horizontal Circular Plate Anchors under Inclined Loading in Sand
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2025)Abstract This paper conducts a series of three-dimensional finite-element (FE) analysis to investigate the pullout behavior of horizontal circular plate anchors in sand under inclined loading. To simulate the mechanical ... -
Analytical Solution of Critical Filling Volume for Karst Bored Pile Reinforcement
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract The bored pile method is commonly used to ensure pile integrity in karst areas. However, due to insufficient reinforcement of karst voids and excessive lateral pressure in the pile hole, serious concrete loss ... -
Blast-Induced Fracture Behavior of a Rock Mass with Discontinuity Subjected to In Situ Stress
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract Deep rock masses are subjected to high in situ stress and also characterized by a significant presence of discontinuities such as joints and faults. Many studies have focused on the blast-induced fracture in intact ... -
Composite Microscopic Pore Structure Model for Saline Lean Clay during Freezing and Thawing under Confining Pressure Based on the NMR Fractal Theory
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract This study investigates the evolution of pore structure and unfrozen water content in saline lean clay under varying confining pressures during freeze–thaw cycles, which is critical for artificial ground freezing ... -
Two-Dimensional Nonlinear Site Response Analysis of Fines-Dominated Subsoil for Assessment of Liquefaction Potential Using the UBC3D-PLM Model
(American Society of Civil Engineers, 2026)Abstract This study presents a comprehensive site-specific two-dimensional nonlinear ground response analysis of a fines-dominated subsoil profile using the UBC3D-PLM model within the framework of nonlinear finite-element ...