In this review paper,the applications of biomineralization in environmental geotechnics are analyzed.Three environmental geotechnics scenarios,namely heavy metal contamination immobilization and removal,waste and CO_(...In this review paper,the applications of biomineralization in environmental geotechnics are analyzed.Three environmental geotechnics scenarios,namely heavy metal contamination immobilization and removal,waste and CO_(2)containment,and recycled use of industrial byproducts,are discussed and evaluated regarding current trends and prospects.The biomineralization process,specifically the Microbially Induced Carbonate Precipitation(MICP)technology,is an effective solution for immobilizing heavy metals through co-precipitation with calcium carbonate,with successful results in cleaning up contaminated soils.The nature of biomineralization enhances earth material strength and decreases permeability,making it suitable for waste and CO_(2)containment.Additionally,using industrial byproducts in MICP technology can improve the physical,mechanical,and hydraulic properties of earth materials,making it a potential solution for efficient waste utilization.In conclusion,the applications of biomineralization in environmental geotechnics hold great promise for solving various environmental problems.However,further research is needed to better understand the control and consistency of biomineralization processes,the durability of biominerals,the scale of applications,and environmental concerns.展开更多
High level of industrialization of northern regions of Russia cause significant pollution problems in the soil. The new approach based on fuzzy modeling for reception and processing of the geocryological information i...High level of industrialization of northern regions of Russia cause significant pollution problems in the soil. The new approach based on fuzzy modeling for reception and processing of the geocryological information is offered. The technique and methodology of presentation of variables in a logic and linguistic way in a combination to elements of the experimental planning theory is developed. Comparison of the calculated data on model has shown its high adequacy of the experimental data of the various authors. The forecast of geoecological processes in cryolitozone on the basis of the described method will allow increasing reliability of the accepted design decisions.展开更多
As urbanization progresses,the demand for high-rise buildings and underground spaces is growing,and the need for firm geotechnical construction materials,efficient excavation methods,accurate testing instruments,and i...As urbanization progresses,the demand for high-rise buildings and underground spaces is growing,and the need for firm geotechnical construction materials,efficient excavation methods,accurate testing instruments,and innovative geotechnical engineering theories and technologies is increasing.By investigating the phenomena of strengthening and toughening in nature,hydrophobic and ice-phobic,friction anisotropy and drilling as well as excavation,etc,researchers have found that organisms have distinctive external morphology and organization.By imitating the external morphology,structural characteristics or movement mechanism of organisms,novel ideas,new principles,and innovative theories can be provided for the innovation and sustainable development of geotechnical engineering.This paper mainly expounds on the bio-inspired application in geotechnical engineering from three perspectives:geo-materials,geotechnical components,and drilling&excavation equipment,and lists typical application cases.In conclusion,this paper presents a summary and prospects of bio-inspired geotechnical engineering,offering fundamental insights for future research.展开更多
The Incan foundation techniques that have allowed the buildings of Machu Picchu to endure to the present are unknown.In this sense,one possible intervening factor is the proper application of geotechnical principles.T...The Incan foundation techniques that have allowed the buildings of Machu Picchu to endure to the present are unknown.In this sense,one possible intervening factor is the proper application of geotechnical principles.This application guarantees the preservation of civil works through the effective management of local conditions and the physical and mechanical characteristics of soils.Therefore,the objective of this research was to determine whether geotechnics were related to the preservation of the Llaqta of Machu Picchu.For this purpose,three geotechnical factors were evaluated:1)local site conditions,2)physical and mechanical characteristics of the foundation soils,and 3)bearing capacity.These factors were observed in the natural context of the Machu Picchu buildings via in situ and laboratory tests with standardized,noninvasive,and nondestructive equipment and procedures.The results revealed that the foundation soils are composed of two strata:1)Inca Controlled Fill(ICF),made up of gravel,and 2)a granodioritic igneous rock massif,which has a strength of 320 kg/cm^(2) in situ and 771 kg/cm^(2) in the laboratory.The strata exhibit friction angles of 31°and 38°and densities of 1.94 and 2.34 Tn/m^(3),respectively.These geotechnical parameters yield a bearing capacity of 9.6 kg/cm^(2) under a vertical stress of 1,156 kg/cm^(2).Therefore,it is concluded that the Incas,possibly on the basis of ancestral wisdom and trial and error,empirically employed geotechnical principles,providing suitable conditions for the preservation of the buildings at Machu Picchu.展开更多
Root-inspired anchorage systems in the field of bio-inspired geotechnics are renowned for enhancing the pullout capacity of traditional geotechnical anchorage systems by simulating the morphology and architecture of p...Root-inspired anchorage systems in the field of bio-inspired geotechnics are renowned for enhancing the pullout capacity of traditional geotechnical anchorage systems by simulating the morphology and architecture of plant root systems.However,limited studies have explored their practical applications,particularly in improving slope stability.To fill this gap,this study investigates the reinforcement effect of root-inspired anchors on slope stabilization using transparent soil modeling and 3D-printed anchors,and examines the impact of anchor branching patterns(i.e.branching numbers,branching angle,and branching nodes)on slope bearing capacity,shear band evolution,and temporal and spatial variation of slope deformation.The results show that peak slope bearing capacity increases with branching numbers and branching angles,correlating with the envelope area of the curved shear band.Upper anchors result in step-like deflections in the shear band near the trailing edge,while lower anchors convert the upward concave shear band into an upward convex one,thus increasing the slope bearing capacity.Slope deformation is minimized with intermediate branching parameters,such as a branching number of 4 and a branching angle of 45°.The anchor reinforcement mechanisms,i.e.anchor rod shear resistance,interface friction,anchor pullout capacity,and plate tightening effects,are comprehensively discussed,and the installation effects resulting from compromise slope modeling are identified as the contributors.These findings shed light on the failure process of root-inspired anchors reinforced slopes and provide a preliminary reference for potential applications,especially for the tradeoff between anchor branching,slope deformation,and slope stability.展开更多
The purpose of this paper(presented online as a keynote lecture at the 25th Annual Indonesian Geotechnical Conference on 10 Nov 2021)is to broadly conceptualize the agenda for data-centric geotechnics,an emerging fiel...The purpose of this paper(presented online as a keynote lecture at the 25th Annual Indonesian Geotechnical Conference on 10 Nov 2021)is to broadly conceptualize the agenda for data-centric geotechnics,an emerging field that attempts to prepare geotechnical engineering for digital transformation.The agenda must include(1)development of methods that make sense of all real-world data(not selective input data for a physical model),(2)offering insights of significant value to critical real-world decisions for current or future practice(not decisions for an ideal world or decisions of minor concern to geotechnical engineers),and(3)sensitivity to the physical context of geotechnics(not abstract data-driven analysis connected to geotechnics in a peripheral way,i.e.,engagement with the knowledge and experience base should be substantial).These three elements are termed“data centricity”,“fit for(and transform)practice”,and“geotechnical context”in the agenda.Given that a knowledge of the site is central to any geotechnical engineering project,datadriven site characterization(DDSC)must constitute one key application domain in data-centric geotechnics,although other infrastructure lifecycle phases such as project conceptualization,design,construction,operation,and decommission/reuse would benefit from data-informed decision support as well.One part of DDSC that addresses numerical soil data in a site investigation report and soil property databases is pursued under Project DeepGeo.In principle,the source of data can also go beyond site investigation,and the type of data can go beyond numbers,such as categorical data,text,audios,images,videos,and expert opinion.The purpose of Project DeepGeo is to produce a 3D stratigraphic map of the subsurface volume below a full-scale project site and to estimate relevant engineering properties at each spatial point based on actual site investigation data and other relevant Big Indirect Data(BID).Uncertainty quantification is necessary,as current real-world data is insufficient,incomplete,and/or not directly relevant to construct a deterministic map.The value of a deterministic map for decision support is debatable.The computational cost to do this for a 3D true scale subsurface volume must be reasonable.Ultimately,geotechnical structures need to be a part of a completely smart infrastructure that fits the circular economy and need to focus on delivering service to end-users and the community from project conceptualization to decommission/reuse with full integration to smart city and smart society.Although current geotechnical practice has been very successful in taking“calculated risk”informed by limited data,imperfect theories,prototype testing,observations,among others and exercising judicious caution and engineering judgment,there is no clear pathway forward to leverage on big data and digital technologies such as machine learning,BIM,and digital twin to meet more challenging needs such as sustainability and resilience engineering.展开更多
Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering(JRMGE)is concerned with the latest research achievements in rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering.It provides an opportunity for colleagues from all over th...Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering(JRMGE)is concerned with the latest research achievements in rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering.It provides an opportunity for colleagues from all over the world to understand the current developments in the fields of rock mechanics,geomechanics and geomaterials,geoenergy,petroleum engineering,engineering geology,mining engineering,hydraulic engineering,and soil mechanics.The topics covered include new theories,technologies and methods,in situ and laboratory tests,field application and case studies,and timely reviews on selected subjects in rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering.展开更多
Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering(JRMGE)is concerned with the latest research achievements in rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering.It provides an opportunity for colleagues from all over th...Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering(JRMGE)is concerned with the latest research achievements in rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering.It provides an opportunity for colleagues from all over the world to understand the current developments in the fi elds of rock mechanics,geomechanics and geomaterials,geoenergy,petroleum engineering,engineering geology,mining engineering,hydraulic engineering,and soil mechanics.The topics covered include new theories,technologies and methods,in situ and laboratory tests,fi eld application and case studies,and timely reviews on selected subjects in rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering.展开更多
China’s urbanization has entered a mid-to-late phase,and is characterized by high-density urban engineering projects that form systems coupled to geotechnical environments.These systems exhibit significant vulnerabil...China’s urbanization has entered a mid-to-late phase,and is characterized by high-density urban engineering projects that form systems coupled to geotechnical environments.These systems exhibit significant vulnerability due to strong spatiotemporal coupling,which hampers sustainable urban development.Traditional approaches to urban engineering design,construction,and maintenance tend to focus on individual projects and lack the ability to comprehensively evaluate system-level sustainability.Thus,with current methods,it is difficult to optimize the renewal and operation of high-density urban engineering systems.In this study,the constituent elements and key features of high-density urban engineering systems are discussed,and urban engineering system sustainability evaluation indicators are comprehensively reviewed.Viewed from perspectives of resilience,low-carbon development,and ecological impact,66 performance indicators describing urban engineering systems are selected.The decision-making trial and evaluation laboratory(DEMATEL)-based analytic network process(DANP)method and the entropy weight method(EWM)are utilized to calculate these indicators’subjective and objective weights,respectively.Furthermore,the coupling relationships between evaluation indicators are explored,aiding the construction of an urban engineering sustainability evaluation index system.Finally,empirical analysis is conducted across six megacities in China(Tianjin,Hangzhou,Shanghai,Wuhan,Chongqing,and Shenzhen)to validate the effectiveness of the evaluation indicators.The findings reveal significant imbalances in the sustainability of urban engineering systems in China.Accordingly,potential strategies and indicators for targeted enhancement of these systems are discussed.展开更多
On June 3,Scopus,a database owned by Elsevier,released CiteScore 2024 metrics for academic journal evaluation.Both the Chinese and English editions of Petroleum Exploration and Development achieved record highs in the...On June 3,Scopus,a database owned by Elsevier,released CiteScore 2024 metrics for academic journal evaluation.Both the Chinese and English editions of Petroleum Exploration and Development achieved record highs in the past year,ranking among the top in various categories.The CiteScore of the Chinese edition increased to 9.9 in 2024 from 8.4 in 2023,ranking 13th out of 330 journals in the Earth and Planetary Sciences:Geology category and 2lst out of 239 journals in the Earth and Planetary Sciences:Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology category.展开更多
Biogeotechnics is an interdisciplinary journal that bridges the gap between bioengineering,bionics and earth science engineering,particularly in the areas of bio-mediated design such as biomineralization,soil bioengin...Biogeotechnics is an interdisciplinary journal that bridges the gap between bioengineering,bionics and earth science engineering,particularly in the areas of bio-mediated design such as biomineralization,soil bioengineering using vegetation and fungi and bio-inspired design in the applications of geotechnical engineering.展开更多
Biogeotechnics is an interdisciplinary journal that bridges the gap between bioengineering,bionics and earth science engineering,particularly in the areas of bio-mediated design such as biomineralization,soil bioengin...Biogeotechnics is an interdisciplinary journal that bridges the gap between bioengineering,bionics and earth science engineering,particularly in the areas of bio-mediated design such as biomineralization,soil bioengineering using vegetation and fungi and bio-inspired design in the applications of geotechnical engineering.The journal aims to publish original studies on the experimental and theoretical aspects of bio-mediated and bio-inspired solutions in the geotechnical system,including laboratory and field testing,computational methods,design principles and site investigation.展开更多
The rapid expansion of urban development has led to the extensive construction of civil infrastructures.However,these urban development zones frequently face potential geohazards,primarily due to the lack of detailed ...The rapid expansion of urban development has led to the extensive construction of civil infrastructures.However,these urban development zones frequently face potential geohazards,primarily due to the lack of detailed site investigations and long-term monitoring of subsurface geological conditions.Understanding the temporal and spatial distributions of underground multi-field information is vital for successful engineering construction and effective utilization of urban underground space.In this study,a fiber optic nerve system(FONS)was utilized in the Tianfu New Area,Sichuan Province,China,to obtain comprehensive subsurface multi-physical information,including geological deformation,temperature,and surface hydrological data.The FONS incorporates three advanced fiber optic sensing techniques,i.e.fiber Bragg grating(FBG),Brillouin optical time domain reflectometry(BOTDR),and Raman optical time domain reflectometry(ROTDR).Fully-and quasi-distributed strain/temperature sensing cables have been installed in nine monitoring boreholes,covering various geological features such as plains,terraces,and areas within active fault zones.The field monitoring results confirm the feasibility of employing FONS for geological investigations within urban development zones,offering a valuable reference for future applications of this cost-effective technology in geohazard mitigation.展开更多
The rise of deep learning has brought about transformative advancements in both scientific research and engineering applications.The 2024 Nobel Prizes,particularly in Physics and Chemistry,highlighted the revolutionar...The rise of deep learning has brought about transformative advancements in both scientific research and engineering applications.The 2024 Nobel Prizes,particularly in Physics and Chemistry,highlighted the revolutionary impact of deep learning,with AlphaFold’s breakthrough in protein structure prediction exemplifying its potential.This review explores the historical evolution of deep learning,from its foundational theories in neural networks and connectionism to its modern applications in various fields.Focus is given to its use in geotechnical engineering,particularly in geological disaster prediction,tunnel safety monitoring,and structural design optimization.The integration of deep learning models such as Convolutional Neural Networks(CNNs),Recurrent Neural Networks(RNNs),and Transformers has enabled significant progress in analyzing complex,unstructured data,offering innovative solutions to longstanding engineering challenges.The review also examines the opportunities and challenges faced by the field,advocating for interdisciplinary collaboration and open data sharing to further unlock deep learning’s potential in advancing both scientific and engineering disciplines.As deep learning continues to evolve,it promises to drive further innovation,shaping the future of engineering practices and scientific discovery.展开更多
Minor errors in the spoil deposition process,such as placing stronger materials with higher shear strength over weaker ones,can lead to potential dump failure.Irregular deposition and inadequate compaction complicate ...Minor errors in the spoil deposition process,such as placing stronger materials with higher shear strength over weaker ones,can lead to potential dump failure.Irregular deposition and inadequate compaction complicate coal spoil behaviour,neces-sitating a robust methodology for temporal monitoring.This study explores using unmanned aerial vehicles(UAV)equipped with red-green-blue(RGB)sensors for efficient data acquisition.Despite their prevalence,raw UAV data exhibit temporal inconsistency,hindering accurate assessments of changes over time which could be attributed to radiometric errors.To this end,the study introduces an empirical line calibration with invariant targets(ELC-IT),for precise calibration across diverse scenes,particularly in the context of UAV imagery used to monitor the evolving nature of spoil dumps.To evaluate the effec-tiveness of this calibration approach,accuracy assessment of an object-based classification is conducted on both calibrated and uncalibrated data.This classification involves several steps:performing segmentation,carrying out feature extraction,and integrating the extracted features and ground truth labels collected over the time period of UAV image capture into machine learning pipelines.Calibrated RGB data exhibit a substantial performance advantage,achieving a 90.7%overall accuracy for spoil pile classification using ensemble(subspace discriminant),representing a noteworthy 7%improvement compared to classifying uncalibrated data.The study highlights the critical role of data calibration in optimising UAV effectiveness for spatio-temporal mine dump monitoring.These findings play a crucial role in informing and refining sustainable management practices within the domain of mine waste management.展开更多
Despite the extensive use of distributed fiber optic sensing(DFOS)in monitoring underground structures,its potential in detecting structural anomalies,such as cracks and cavities,is still not fully understood.To contr...Despite the extensive use of distributed fiber optic sensing(DFOS)in monitoring underground structures,its potential in detecting structural anomalies,such as cracks and cavities,is still not fully understood.To contribute to the identification of defects in underground structures,this study conducted a four-point bending test of a reinforced concrete(RC)beam and uniaxial loading tests of an RC specimen with local cavities.The experimental results revealed the disparity in DFOS strain spike profiles between these two structural anomalies.The effectiveness of DFOS in the quantification of crack opening displacement(COD)was also demonstrated,even in cases where perfect bonding was not achievable between the cable and structures.In addition,DFOS strain spikes observed in two diaphragm wall panels of a twin circular shaft were also reported.The most probable cause of those spikes was identified as the mechanical behavior associated with local concrete contamination.With the utilization of the strain profiles obtained from laboratory tests and field monitoring,three types of multi-classifiers,based on support vector machine(SVM),random forest(RF),and backpropagation neural network(BP),were employed to classify strain profiles,including crack-induced spikes,non-crack-induced spikes,and non-spike strain profiles.Among these classifiers,the SVM-based classifier exhibited superior performance in terms of accuracy and model robustness.This finding suggests that the SVM-based classifier holds promise as a potential solution for the automatic detection and classification of defects in underground structures during long-term monitoring.展开更多
Frost heave and thaw settlement in cold regions pose a significant threat to engineering construction.Optical frequency domain reflectometry(OFDR)based on Rayleigh scattering can be applied to monitor ground deformati...Frost heave and thaw settlement in cold regions pose a significant threat to engineering construction.Optical frequency domain reflectometry(OFDR)based on Rayleigh scattering can be applied to monitor ground deformation in frozen soil areas,where the interface behavior of soil-embedded fiber optic sensors governs the monitoring accuracy.In this paper,a series of pullout tests were conducted on fiber optic(FO)cables embedded in the frozen soil to investigate the cable‒soil interface behavior.An experimental study was performed on interaction effects,particularly focused on the water content of unfrozen soil,freezing duration,and differential distribution of water content in frozen soil.The highresolution axial strains of FO cables were obtained using a sensing interrogator,and were used to calculate the interface shear stress.The interfacial mechanical response was analytically modeled using the ideal elasto‒plastic and softening constitutive models.Three freezing periods,correlating with the phase change process between ice and water,were analyzed.The results shows that the freezing effect can amplify the peak shear stress at the cable-soil interface by eight times.A criterion for the interface coupling states was proposed by normalizing the pullout force‒displacement information.Additionally,the applicability of existing theoretical models was discussed by comparing the results of theoretical back‒calculations with experimental measurements.This study provides new insights into the progressive interfacial failure behavior between strain sensing cable and frozen soil,which can be used to assist the interpretation of FO monitoring results of frozen soil deformation.展开更多
The uptake of biochar from sewage sludge has developed into a critical avenue for resource reclamation whilst solving waste disposal concerns.However,despite the latter side in environmental palliative,the use of this...The uptake of biochar from sewage sludge has developed into a critical avenue for resource reclamation whilst solving waste disposal concerns.However,despite the latter side in environmental palliative,the use of this biochar for remediation,recovery of nutrients,or adsorption of pollutants is often suboptimal due to poor surface area,high percentage of ash and functional group scarcity.Sewage sludge-derived biochar(SSB)has emerged as a promising material for resource recovery,environmental remediation,and sustainable waste management.This review paper scopes out the recent developments in the field of sludge derived biochar and focuses on the advances in hydrothermal carbonization biochar and its modified forms.Pretreatment methods such as hydrothermal carbonization,enzymatic treatment,ultrasonic,and acid/base wash are looked into in order to improve the purity and the characteristics of the feedstock.Post the structural adjustments some of the molecular modification methods are implemented using KOH,ZnCl2 and H3PO4 for chemical activation,doping with Fe/Mn or Mg,and thermal and microwave processes which are aimed at increasing porosity,adsorption and catalytic activity.The review also evaluates the combination of various methods to fabricate multifunctional biochar for applications such as phosphate recycling,heavy metals and carbon absorption and utilization,as well as the application of biochar as catalysts in advanced oxidation processes.展开更多
Accurate and interpretable prediction of shield tunnel-induced settlement poses a significant challenge due to the complex interplay of various influencing factors.This paper proposes a novel interpretable hybrid mode...Accurate and interpretable prediction of shield tunnel-induced settlement poses a significant challenge due to the complex interplay of various influencing factors.This paper proposes a novel interpretable hybrid model that combines complete ensemble empirical mode decomposition with adaptive noise(CEEMDAN),slime mold algorithm(SMA),and least squares support vector machine(LSSVM)to enhance prediction accuracy and model transparency.The CEEMDAN method,optimized by SMA,decomposes settlement data into intrinsic mode functions(IMFs)and residuals,thereby reducing data noise.The LSSVM,also optimized by SMA,is then applied to predict each IMF and residual.The final settlement prediction is derived from the aggregation of these results.The model was rigorously validated using the Changsha(China)and Singapore Metro projects,demonstrating superior performance to traditional machine learning models.The evaluation metrics,including root mean square error(RMSE),mean absolute error(MAE),mean absolute percentage error(MAPE),and coefficient of determination(R2),underscore the model's effectiveness.The model achieved the lowest error rates and highest accuracy across these metrics.Notably,Shapley additive explanations(SHAP)provided insights into the model's decision-making process,identifying shield stoppage and moisture content as the most influential factors in settlement prediction.This study contributes to the advancement of the methodological framework for predicting tunnel settlement.It addresses the discrepancy between prediction accuracy and interpretability,providing a robust tool for practical engineering applications.展开更多
Plant root systems,a crucial component of biogeotechnics,have been recognized as a promising and sustainable strategy to address novel challenges in geotechnical engineering,i.e.,climate change(Ng et al.,2022).Root-so...Plant root systems,a crucial component of biogeotechnics,have been recognized as a promising and sustainable strategy to address novel challenges in geotechnical engineering,i.e.,climate change(Ng et al.,2022).Root-soil composite and root-reinforced slopes have re-ceived widespread attention in recent decades,due to the ability of root to regulate soil properties through mechanical reinforcement and hy-draulic transpiration(Li&Duan,2023;Ni et al.,2024).Fig.1 provides a co-occurrence network plot of plant root-based soil reinforcement strategies published over the last decade,where three clusters are identified with different colors.On the left of the network map,clusters in red and blue are primarily driven by geotechnical investigations of vegetated slopes(i.e.,plant root reinforced slopes)and root-soil com-posite/root-permeated soils,as denoted by the terms like"model","test","slope","strength"and"vegetation",while the green cluster on the right side demonstrates botany-related domains,for instance,"plant growth",Indeed,the reinforcement of vegetated soil strength is com-plex and varies significantly with an abundance of factors,both me-chanically and hydraulically.Particularly,the impact of root mor-phology and architecture cannot be negligible,including keywords"root area ratio"root distribution""root morphology"root diame-ter"root density"in Fig.1 with the root size and root depth ranking foremost.展开更多
基金supported by the Natural Science Foundation of China(42007246)and the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities.
文摘In this review paper,the applications of biomineralization in environmental geotechnics are analyzed.Three environmental geotechnics scenarios,namely heavy metal contamination immobilization and removal,waste and CO_(2)containment,and recycled use of industrial byproducts,are discussed and evaluated regarding current trends and prospects.The biomineralization process,specifically the Microbially Induced Carbonate Precipitation(MICP)technology,is an effective solution for immobilizing heavy metals through co-precipitation with calcium carbonate,with successful results in cleaning up contaminated soils.The nature of biomineralization enhances earth material strength and decreases permeability,making it suitable for waste and CO_(2)containment.Additionally,using industrial byproducts in MICP technology can improve the physical,mechanical,and hydraulic properties of earth materials,making it a potential solution for efficient waste utilization.In conclusion,the applications of biomineralization in environmental geotechnics hold great promise for solving various environmental problems.However,further research is needed to better understand the control and consistency of biomineralization processes,the durability of biominerals,the scale of applications,and environmental concerns.
文摘High level of industrialization of northern regions of Russia cause significant pollution problems in the soil. The new approach based on fuzzy modeling for reception and processing of the geocryological information is offered. The technique and methodology of presentation of variables in a logic and linguistic way in a combination to elements of the experimental planning theory is developed. Comparison of the calculated data on model has shown its high adequacy of the experimental data of the various authors. The forecast of geoecological processes in cryolitozone on the basis of the described method will allow increasing reliability of the accepted design decisions.
基金supported by Natural Science Foundation of Chongqing(No.CSTB2022NSCQ-LZX0001)High-end Foreign Expert Introduction Program(No.G2022165004L).
文摘As urbanization progresses,the demand for high-rise buildings and underground spaces is growing,and the need for firm geotechnical construction materials,efficient excavation methods,accurate testing instruments,and innovative geotechnical engineering theories and technologies is increasing.By investigating the phenomena of strengthening and toughening in nature,hydrophobic and ice-phobic,friction anisotropy and drilling as well as excavation,etc,researchers have found that organisms have distinctive external morphology and organization.By imitating the external morphology,structural characteristics or movement mechanism of organisms,novel ideas,new principles,and innovative theories can be provided for the innovation and sustainable development of geotechnical engineering.This paper mainly expounds on the bio-inspired application in geotechnical engineering from three perspectives:geo-materials,geotechnical components,and drilling&excavation equipment,and lists typical application cases.In conclusion,this paper presents a summary and prospects of bio-inspired geotechnical engineering,offering fundamental insights for future research.
文摘The Incan foundation techniques that have allowed the buildings of Machu Picchu to endure to the present are unknown.In this sense,one possible intervening factor is the proper application of geotechnical principles.This application guarantees the preservation of civil works through the effective management of local conditions and the physical and mechanical characteristics of soils.Therefore,the objective of this research was to determine whether geotechnics were related to the preservation of the Llaqta of Machu Picchu.For this purpose,three geotechnical factors were evaluated:1)local site conditions,2)physical and mechanical characteristics of the foundation soils,and 3)bearing capacity.These factors were observed in the natural context of the Machu Picchu buildings via in situ and laboratory tests with standardized,noninvasive,and nondestructive equipment and procedures.The results revealed that the foundation soils are composed of two strata:1)Inca Controlled Fill(ICF),made up of gravel,and 2)a granodioritic igneous rock massif,which has a strength of 320 kg/cm^(2) in situ and 771 kg/cm^(2) in the laboratory.The strata exhibit friction angles of 31°and 38°and densities of 1.94 and 2.34 Tn/m^(3),respectively.These geotechnical parameters yield a bearing capacity of 9.6 kg/cm^(2) under a vertical stress of 1,156 kg/cm^(2).Therefore,it is concluded that the Incas,possibly on the basis of ancestral wisdom and trial and error,empirically employed geotechnical principles,providing suitable conditions for the preservation of the buildings at Machu Picchu.
基金supported by the High-end Foreign Expert Introduction Program(Grant No.G2022165004L)the Sichuan Transportation Science and Technology Project(Grant No.2018-ZL-01)China Railway 20th Bureau Science and Technology Project(Grant No.YF1900SD07B).
文摘Root-inspired anchorage systems in the field of bio-inspired geotechnics are renowned for enhancing the pullout capacity of traditional geotechnical anchorage systems by simulating the morphology and architecture of plant root systems.However,limited studies have explored their practical applications,particularly in improving slope stability.To fill this gap,this study investigates the reinforcement effect of root-inspired anchors on slope stabilization using transparent soil modeling and 3D-printed anchors,and examines the impact of anchor branching patterns(i.e.branching numbers,branching angle,and branching nodes)on slope bearing capacity,shear band evolution,and temporal and spatial variation of slope deformation.The results show that peak slope bearing capacity increases with branching numbers and branching angles,correlating with the envelope area of the curved shear band.Upper anchors result in step-like deflections in the shear band near the trailing edge,while lower anchors convert the upward concave shear band into an upward convex one,thus increasing the slope bearing capacity.Slope deformation is minimized with intermediate branching parameters,such as a branching number of 4 and a branching angle of 45°.The anchor reinforcement mechanisms,i.e.anchor rod shear resistance,interface friction,anchor pullout capacity,and plate tightening effects,are comprehensively discussed,and the installation effects resulting from compromise slope modeling are identified as the contributors.These findings shed light on the failure process of root-inspired anchors reinforced slopes and provide a preliminary reference for potential applications,especially for the tradeoff between anchor branching,slope deformation,and slope stability.
文摘The purpose of this paper(presented online as a keynote lecture at the 25th Annual Indonesian Geotechnical Conference on 10 Nov 2021)is to broadly conceptualize the agenda for data-centric geotechnics,an emerging field that attempts to prepare geotechnical engineering for digital transformation.The agenda must include(1)development of methods that make sense of all real-world data(not selective input data for a physical model),(2)offering insights of significant value to critical real-world decisions for current or future practice(not decisions for an ideal world or decisions of minor concern to geotechnical engineers),and(3)sensitivity to the physical context of geotechnics(not abstract data-driven analysis connected to geotechnics in a peripheral way,i.e.,engagement with the knowledge and experience base should be substantial).These three elements are termed“data centricity”,“fit for(and transform)practice”,and“geotechnical context”in the agenda.Given that a knowledge of the site is central to any geotechnical engineering project,datadriven site characterization(DDSC)must constitute one key application domain in data-centric geotechnics,although other infrastructure lifecycle phases such as project conceptualization,design,construction,operation,and decommission/reuse would benefit from data-informed decision support as well.One part of DDSC that addresses numerical soil data in a site investigation report and soil property databases is pursued under Project DeepGeo.In principle,the source of data can also go beyond site investigation,and the type of data can go beyond numbers,such as categorical data,text,audios,images,videos,and expert opinion.The purpose of Project DeepGeo is to produce a 3D stratigraphic map of the subsurface volume below a full-scale project site and to estimate relevant engineering properties at each spatial point based on actual site investigation data and other relevant Big Indirect Data(BID).Uncertainty quantification is necessary,as current real-world data is insufficient,incomplete,and/or not directly relevant to construct a deterministic map.The value of a deterministic map for decision support is debatable.The computational cost to do this for a 3D true scale subsurface volume must be reasonable.Ultimately,geotechnical structures need to be a part of a completely smart infrastructure that fits the circular economy and need to focus on delivering service to end-users and the community from project conceptualization to decommission/reuse with full integration to smart city and smart society.Although current geotechnical practice has been very successful in taking“calculated risk”informed by limited data,imperfect theories,prototype testing,observations,among others and exercising judicious caution and engineering judgment,there is no clear pathway forward to leverage on big data and digital technologies such as machine learning,BIM,and digital twin to meet more challenging needs such as sustainability and resilience engineering.
文摘Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering(JRMGE)is concerned with the latest research achievements in rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering.It provides an opportunity for colleagues from all over the world to understand the current developments in the fields of rock mechanics,geomechanics and geomaterials,geoenergy,petroleum engineering,engineering geology,mining engineering,hydraulic engineering,and soil mechanics.The topics covered include new theories,technologies and methods,in situ and laboratory tests,field application and case studies,and timely reviews on selected subjects in rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering.
文摘Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering(JRMGE)is concerned with the latest research achievements in rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering.It provides an opportunity for colleagues from all over the world to understand the current developments in the fi elds of rock mechanics,geomechanics and geomaterials,geoenergy,petroleum engineering,engineering geology,mining engineering,hydraulic engineering,and soil mechanics.The topics covered include new theories,technologies and methods,in situ and laboratory tests,fi eld application and case studies,and timely reviews on selected subjects in rock mechanics and geotechnical engineering.
基金supported by the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No.226-2024-00242)the Excellent Research Groups Project(No.52588202)the National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars of China(No.52125803).
文摘China’s urbanization has entered a mid-to-late phase,and is characterized by high-density urban engineering projects that form systems coupled to geotechnical environments.These systems exhibit significant vulnerability due to strong spatiotemporal coupling,which hampers sustainable urban development.Traditional approaches to urban engineering design,construction,and maintenance tend to focus on individual projects and lack the ability to comprehensively evaluate system-level sustainability.Thus,with current methods,it is difficult to optimize the renewal and operation of high-density urban engineering systems.In this study,the constituent elements and key features of high-density urban engineering systems are discussed,and urban engineering system sustainability evaluation indicators are comprehensively reviewed.Viewed from perspectives of resilience,low-carbon development,and ecological impact,66 performance indicators describing urban engineering systems are selected.The decision-making trial and evaluation laboratory(DEMATEL)-based analytic network process(DANP)method and the entropy weight method(EWM)are utilized to calculate these indicators’subjective and objective weights,respectively.Furthermore,the coupling relationships between evaluation indicators are explored,aiding the construction of an urban engineering sustainability evaluation index system.Finally,empirical analysis is conducted across six megacities in China(Tianjin,Hangzhou,Shanghai,Wuhan,Chongqing,and Shenzhen)to validate the effectiveness of the evaluation indicators.The findings reveal significant imbalances in the sustainability of urban engineering systems in China.Accordingly,potential strategies and indicators for targeted enhancement of these systems are discussed.
文摘On June 3,Scopus,a database owned by Elsevier,released CiteScore 2024 metrics for academic journal evaluation.Both the Chinese and English editions of Petroleum Exploration and Development achieved record highs in the past year,ranking among the top in various categories.The CiteScore of the Chinese edition increased to 9.9 in 2024 from 8.4 in 2023,ranking 13th out of 330 journals in the Earth and Planetary Sciences:Geology category and 2lst out of 239 journals in the Earth and Planetary Sciences:Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology category.
文摘Biogeotechnics is an interdisciplinary journal that bridges the gap between bioengineering,bionics and earth science engineering,particularly in the areas of bio-mediated design such as biomineralization,soil bioengineering using vegetation and fungi and bio-inspired design in the applications of geotechnical engineering.
文摘Biogeotechnics is an interdisciplinary journal that bridges the gap between bioengineering,bionics and earth science engineering,particularly in the areas of bio-mediated design such as biomineralization,soil bioengineering using vegetation and fungi and bio-inspired design in the applications of geotechnical engineering.The journal aims to publish original studies on the experimental and theoretical aspects of bio-mediated and bio-inspired solutions in the geotechnical system,including laboratory and field testing,computational methods,design principles and site investigation.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.42225702 and 42077235).
文摘The rapid expansion of urban development has led to the extensive construction of civil infrastructures.However,these urban development zones frequently face potential geohazards,primarily due to the lack of detailed site investigations and long-term monitoring of subsurface geological conditions.Understanding the temporal and spatial distributions of underground multi-field information is vital for successful engineering construction and effective utilization of urban underground space.In this study,a fiber optic nerve system(FONS)was utilized in the Tianfu New Area,Sichuan Province,China,to obtain comprehensive subsurface multi-physical information,including geological deformation,temperature,and surface hydrological data.The FONS incorporates three advanced fiber optic sensing techniques,i.e.fiber Bragg grating(FBG),Brillouin optical time domain reflectometry(BOTDR),and Raman optical time domain reflectometry(ROTDR).Fully-and quasi-distributed strain/temperature sensing cables have been installed in nine monitoring boreholes,covering various geological features such as plains,terraces,and areas within active fault zones.The field monitoring results confirm the feasibility of employing FONS for geological investigations within urban development zones,offering a valuable reference for future applications of this cost-effective technology in geohazard mitigation.
基金support provided by the Hebei Province Full-Time Recruitment of National High-Level Innovative Talents Research Project(Grant No.2023HBQZYCSB004).
文摘The rise of deep learning has brought about transformative advancements in both scientific research and engineering applications.The 2024 Nobel Prizes,particularly in Physics and Chemistry,highlighted the revolutionary impact of deep learning,with AlphaFold’s breakthrough in protein structure prediction exemplifying its potential.This review explores the historical evolution of deep learning,from its foundational theories in neural networks and connectionism to its modern applications in various fields.Focus is given to its use in geotechnical engineering,particularly in geological disaster prediction,tunnel safety monitoring,and structural design optimization.The integration of deep learning models such as Convolutional Neural Networks(CNNs),Recurrent Neural Networks(RNNs),and Transformers has enabled significant progress in analyzing complex,unstructured data,offering innovative solutions to longstanding engineering challenges.The review also examines the opportunities and challenges faced by the field,advocating for interdisciplinary collaboration and open data sharing to further unlock deep learning’s potential in advancing both scientific and engineering disciplines.As deep learning continues to evolve,it promises to drive further innovation,shaping the future of engineering practices and scientific discovery.
基金supported by the Australian Coal Industry's Research Program(ACARP)(C29048).
文摘Minor errors in the spoil deposition process,such as placing stronger materials with higher shear strength over weaker ones,can lead to potential dump failure.Irregular deposition and inadequate compaction complicate coal spoil behaviour,neces-sitating a robust methodology for temporal monitoring.This study explores using unmanned aerial vehicles(UAV)equipped with red-green-blue(RGB)sensors for efficient data acquisition.Despite their prevalence,raw UAV data exhibit temporal inconsistency,hindering accurate assessments of changes over time which could be attributed to radiometric errors.To this end,the study introduces an empirical line calibration with invariant targets(ELC-IT),for precise calibration across diverse scenes,particularly in the context of UAV imagery used to monitor the evolving nature of spoil dumps.To evaluate the effec-tiveness of this calibration approach,accuracy assessment of an object-based classification is conducted on both calibrated and uncalibrated data.This classification involves several steps:performing segmentation,carrying out feature extraction,and integrating the extracted features and ground truth labels collected over the time period of UAV image capture into machine learning pipelines.Calibrated RGB data exhibit a substantial performance advantage,achieving a 90.7%overall accuracy for spoil pile classification using ensemble(subspace discriminant),representing a noteworthy 7%improvement compared to classifying uncalibrated data.The study highlights the critical role of data calibration in optimising UAV effectiveness for spatio-temporal mine dump monitoring.These findings play a crucial role in informing and refining sustainable management practices within the domain of mine waste management.
基金support from the Open Research Project Programme of the State Key Laboratory of Internet of Things for Smart City,University of Macao (Grant No.SKL-IoTSC (UM)-2021-2023/ORPF/A19/2022)the General Research Fund project from Research Grants Council of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government of China (Grant No.15214722)the Start-up Fund from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (Grant No.BD88).
文摘Despite the extensive use of distributed fiber optic sensing(DFOS)in monitoring underground structures,its potential in detecting structural anomalies,such as cracks and cavities,is still not fully understood.To contribute to the identification of defects in underground structures,this study conducted a four-point bending test of a reinforced concrete(RC)beam and uniaxial loading tests of an RC specimen with local cavities.The experimental results revealed the disparity in DFOS strain spike profiles between these two structural anomalies.The effectiveness of DFOS in the quantification of crack opening displacement(COD)was also demonstrated,even in cases where perfect bonding was not achievable between the cable and structures.In addition,DFOS strain spikes observed in two diaphragm wall panels of a twin circular shaft were also reported.The most probable cause of those spikes was identified as the mechanical behavior associated with local concrete contamination.With the utilization of the strain profiles obtained from laboratory tests and field monitoring,three types of multi-classifiers,based on support vector machine(SVM),random forest(RF),and backpropagation neural network(BP),were employed to classify strain profiles,including crack-induced spikes,non-crack-induced spikes,and non-spike strain profiles.Among these classifiers,the SVM-based classifier exhibited superior performance in terms of accuracy and model robustness.This finding suggests that the SVM-based classifier holds promise as a potential solution for the automatic detection and classification of defects in underground structures during long-term monitoring.
基金the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2023YFF1303501)the National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars of China(Grant No.42225702)the Open Fund of State Key Laboratory of Frozen Soil Engineering(Grant No.SKLFSE201814).
文摘Frost heave and thaw settlement in cold regions pose a significant threat to engineering construction.Optical frequency domain reflectometry(OFDR)based on Rayleigh scattering can be applied to monitor ground deformation in frozen soil areas,where the interface behavior of soil-embedded fiber optic sensors governs the monitoring accuracy.In this paper,a series of pullout tests were conducted on fiber optic(FO)cables embedded in the frozen soil to investigate the cable‒soil interface behavior.An experimental study was performed on interaction effects,particularly focused on the water content of unfrozen soil,freezing duration,and differential distribution of water content in frozen soil.The highresolution axial strains of FO cables were obtained using a sensing interrogator,and were used to calculate the interface shear stress.The interfacial mechanical response was analytically modeled using the ideal elasto‒plastic and softening constitutive models.Three freezing periods,correlating with the phase change process between ice and water,were analyzed.The results shows that the freezing effect can amplify the peak shear stress at the cable-soil interface by eight times.A criterion for the interface coupling states was proposed by normalizing the pullout force‒displacement information.Additionally,the applicability of existing theoretical models was discussed by comparing the results of theoretical back‒calculations with experimental measurements.This study provides new insights into the progressive interfacial failure behavior between strain sensing cable and frozen soil,which can be used to assist the interpretation of FO monitoring results of frozen soil deformation.
文摘The uptake of biochar from sewage sludge has developed into a critical avenue for resource reclamation whilst solving waste disposal concerns.However,despite the latter side in environmental palliative,the use of this biochar for remediation,recovery of nutrients,or adsorption of pollutants is often suboptimal due to poor surface area,high percentage of ash and functional group scarcity.Sewage sludge-derived biochar(SSB)has emerged as a promising material for resource recovery,environmental remediation,and sustainable waste management.This review paper scopes out the recent developments in the field of sludge derived biochar and focuses on the advances in hydrothermal carbonization biochar and its modified forms.Pretreatment methods such as hydrothermal carbonization,enzymatic treatment,ultrasonic,and acid/base wash are looked into in order to improve the purity and the characteristics of the feedstock.Post the structural adjustments some of the molecular modification methods are implemented using KOH,ZnCl2 and H3PO4 for chemical activation,doping with Fe/Mn or Mg,and thermal and microwave processes which are aimed at increasing porosity,adsorption and catalytic activity.The review also evaluates the combination of various methods to fabricate multifunctional biochar for applications such as phosphate recycling,heavy metals and carbon absorption and utilization,as well as the application of biochar as catalysts in advanced oxidation processes.
基金support from the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant Nos.2023YFC3008300 and 2023YFC3008305)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.42172296).
文摘Accurate and interpretable prediction of shield tunnel-induced settlement poses a significant challenge due to the complex interplay of various influencing factors.This paper proposes a novel interpretable hybrid model that combines complete ensemble empirical mode decomposition with adaptive noise(CEEMDAN),slime mold algorithm(SMA),and least squares support vector machine(LSSVM)to enhance prediction accuracy and model transparency.The CEEMDAN method,optimized by SMA,decomposes settlement data into intrinsic mode functions(IMFs)and residuals,thereby reducing data noise.The LSSVM,also optimized by SMA,is then applied to predict each IMF and residual.The final settlement prediction is derived from the aggregation of these results.The model was rigorously validated using the Changsha(China)and Singapore Metro projects,demonstrating superior performance to traditional machine learning models.The evaluation metrics,including root mean square error(RMSE),mean absolute error(MAE),mean absolute percentage error(MAPE),and coefficient of determination(R2),underscore the model's effectiveness.The model achieved the lowest error rates and highest accuracy across these metrics.Notably,Shapley additive explanations(SHAP)provided insights into the model's decision-making process,identifying shield stoppage and moisture content as the most influential factors in settlement prediction.This study contributes to the advancement of the methodological framework for predicting tunnel settlement.It addresses the discrepancy between prediction accuracy and interpretability,providing a robust tool for practical engineering applications.
基金supported by Natural Science Foundation of Chongqing(No.CSTB2022NSCQ-LZX0001)High-end Foreign Expert Introduction program(No.G2022165004L)+1 种基金High-end Foreign Expert Introduction program(No.DL2021165001L)The fi-nancial supports are gratefully acknowledged.
文摘Plant root systems,a crucial component of biogeotechnics,have been recognized as a promising and sustainable strategy to address novel challenges in geotechnical engineering,i.e.,climate change(Ng et al.,2022).Root-soil composite and root-reinforced slopes have re-ceived widespread attention in recent decades,due to the ability of root to regulate soil properties through mechanical reinforcement and hy-draulic transpiration(Li&Duan,2023;Ni et al.,2024).Fig.1 provides a co-occurrence network plot of plant root-based soil reinforcement strategies published over the last decade,where three clusters are identified with different colors.On the left of the network map,clusters in red and blue are primarily driven by geotechnical investigations of vegetated slopes(i.e.,plant root reinforced slopes)and root-soil com-posite/root-permeated soils,as denoted by the terms like"model","test","slope","strength"and"vegetation",while the green cluster on the right side demonstrates botany-related domains,for instance,"plant growth",Indeed,the reinforcement of vegetated soil strength is com-plex and varies significantly with an abundance of factors,both me-chanically and hydraulically.Particularly,the impact of root mor-phology and architecture cannot be negligible,including keywords"root area ratio"root distribution""root morphology"root diame-ter"root density"in Fig.1 with the root size and root depth ranking foremost.
