Summary
The mechanical behaviour of a shotcrete lining is analysed in this paper using the convergence-confinement approach. A calculation
procedure is presented which is able to provide the reaction curve of a lining with increasing stiffness, by taking into account
the variability due to time of the shotcrete stiffness and strength, as well as the face advancement rate. The proposed procedure
is also able to provide the change of the safety factor of the lining in time. This results to be a very useful tool for understanding
the behaviour of this widely used support and for assigning its thickness to guarantee stability (also in transient conditions),
with a known safety factor, during tunnel excavation.
Received May 25, 2001; accepted July 18, 2002; Published online January 21, 2003
Acknowledgements The author would like to thank Prof. S. Pelizza and Dr. S. Xu for the help given during the preparation of this paper. The
help of the Editor G. Barla is also acknowledged.
Authors' address: Dr. P. P. Oreste, Department of Earth Resources and Land, Politecnics di Torino, corso Duca degli Abruzzi 24, 1-10129 Torino,
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We study tidal synchronization and orbit circularization in a minimal model that takes into account only the essential ingredients
of tidal deformation and dissipation in the secondary body. In previous work we introduced the model (Escribano et al. in
Phys. Rev. E, 78:036216, 2008); here we investigate in depth the complex dynamics that can arise from this simplest model of tidal synchronization and
orbit circularization. We model an extended secondary body of mass m by two point masses of mass m/2 connected with a damped spring. This composite body moves in the gravitational field of a primary of mass M ≫ m located at the origin. In this simplest case oscillation and rotation of the secondary are assumed to take place in the plane
of the Keplerian orbit. The gravitational interactions of both point masses with the primary are taken into account, but that
between the point masses is neglected. We perform a Taylor expansion on the exact equations of motion to isolate and identify
the different effects of tidal interactions. We compare both sets of equations and study the applicability of the approximations,
in the presence of chaos. We introduce the resonance function as a resource to identify resonant states. The approximate equations
of motion can account for both synchronization into the 1:1 spin-orbit resonance and the circularization of the orbit as the
only true asymptotic attractors, together with the existence of relatively long-lived metastable orbits with the secondary
in p:q (p and q being co-prime integers) synchronous rotation. 相似文献
Tunnel excavation is a three-dimensional (3D) problem. However, despite recent advances in computing resources, 3D models are still computationally inefficient and two-dimensional (2D) simulations are therefore often used. Modelling the tunnelling process in a 2D plane strain analysis requires a specific approach that allows a 3D tunnelling effect to be taken into consideration. As far as the urban tunnels are concerned, most cases reported in the literature have focused on estimating the applicability of these equivalent approaches that are based on the evaluation of the settlement that develops on the ground surface, without considering the influence of segment joints. The main objective of this study was to provide a 2D numerical investigation to highlight the influence of two equivalent approaches, that is, the convergence-confinement method (CCM) and the volume loss method (VLM), on the behaviour of a tunnel built in an urban area, in terms of not only the surface settlement but also the structural lining forces, taking into account the effect of segment joints. A technique that can be used to simulate the tunnel wall displacement process, based on the principles of the VLM, has been developed using the FLAC3D finite difference program (Itasca in FLAC fast Lagrangian analysis of continua, version 4.0; User’s manual, http.itascacg.com, 2009). A comparison with 3D numerical results has been introduced to estimate the precision of these 2D equivalent approaches. The results have shown a significant influence of the tunnel boundary deconfinement technique and segment joints on the tunnel lining behaviour and surface settlements. The structural forces obtained by means of the CCM are often smaller than those determined with the VLM for the same surface settlement. Generally, the structural lining forces determined by the CCM are in better agreement with the 3D numerical results than the ones obtained with the VLM. However, in order to obtain an accurate estimation of the structural forces, the impact of the construction loads during tunnelling should be taken into account. 相似文献
The scope of this paper is to introduce a method for the analysis of rock tunnels reinforced by grouted bolts, based on the
convergence-control approach. The analytical formulations presented in this paper refers to an elasto-plastic behavior of
the rock mass and the latest Hoek and Brown yield criterion (Version 2002). In order to model the reinforced plastic zone,
the equivalent material approach was taken into account such that the apparent strength of the rock mass is improved as a
consequence of the bolting effect. The general design guides and examples presented are intended to facilitate the comprehension
and application of the proposed analytical solution in practice. 相似文献
AbstractThe estimation of excavation rates in specific geological and geotechnical conditions is one of the most delicate aspects for mining and geotechnical operations particularly offshore. Many models have been developed to study the effectiveness of a drilling tool in contact with the ground. In this article, the results of laboratory cutting tests on concrete specimens are shown. The comparison of the results of laboratory tests with different predictive models, helped to identify the most representative models. The models were then used to study in more detail, the effectiveness of the excavation tools through a parametric analysis. The research helped to define how to obtain rubrics, which can estimate the theoretical net cutting production of an excavation machine, when the power of its engines is known, or to evaluate, when the requested net cutting production is available, the power that the cutting machine must have. The findings were also applied to a sandstone previously investigated. The results are based on theoretical models and cannot be used on geomaterials with the same (or similar) geotechnical properties. 相似文献
The aim of the paper was to document the use of 3D subsurface geological-geotechnical modelling to optimise the planning and development of subsurface structures in city areas. The proposed procedure was applied to the analysis of the subsoil of the City of Turin (Northern Italy). The results of more than 300 boreholes were analysed to develop a model of the geological setting up to a depth of 60 m from the surface. The cementation variability of the alluvial sediments was also spatially described and the influence of this aspect on the soil excavation resistance was highlighted. In order to face the need of archiving, correlating and analysing a large amount of data, a 3D GIS (Geographical Information System) was used to better manage the model and to achieve a useful methodological reference that would be available for the planning and construction of future underground works.
A portion of the geological model, related to the centre of the city of Turin (Italy), was chosen to set up a more detailed geotechnical model, based on laboratory tests and back-analysis procedures, as data input for some engineering applications.
Two case studies were performed concerning:
– analyses used to forecast the subsidence induced on the ground surface by the excavation of the metro line;
– the influence of the works of the metro line on the new Underground Railway Link (interference between two important underground works).
A comparison between the forecasts of the degree of cementation, supplied by the 3D model along a metro tunnel tract, and the excavation specific energy effectively absorbed by the head of the boring machine is reported to testify the reliability of the model of the subsoil of Turin centre. This comparison shows the good reliability of the model and its potential to choose of the optimal boring machines for the future development of the Underground Metro System in Turin. 相似文献
Two recent phases of mobilization of a large, rainfall-induced debris slide are analysed in terms of relationships between
rains and phases of displacement. The first activation at San Rocco (San Benedetto Ullano, Calabria) occurred on 28 January
2009, after extraordinary rains had stricken the region for a couple of months. Detailed geomorphologic field surveys, combined
with measurements of superficial displacements at datum points, were performed to properly recognize the evolution of the
phenomenon. In addition, a real-time control system of rains and superficial displacements measured at extensometers was implemented,
to better analyse the evolution of the phenomenon. In early May 2009, the activity reduced to very slow displacements, persisting
in the same condition for the following 8 months. On 1 February 2010, premonitory signs of a new phase of activation were
noticed, again following 2 months of extraordinary rainfalls. After few days of further precipitations, the middle sector
of the landslide activated since 11 February, disrupting the road network and threatening the major lifelines and some buildings.
A hydrological analysis aimed at simulating the dates of activation and the main phases of acceleration of the phenomenon
was carried out, by calibrating the empirical model FLaIR against the daily rainfalls and the history of known phases of mobilization since 1970. Calibration allowed to successfully
simulate both the cited phases of activity of the San Rocco landslide, by predicting the beginning of the movements as well
as the following paroxysmal stages, as testified by the measurements at datum points and extensometers. The set of parameters
obtained through calibration reflects the influence of both prolonged antecedent rains, and of high-intensity rainfalls of
shorter duration, which slightly preceded the major displacements. Once calibrated the model, a suitable threshold could be
defined, by analysing the trend of the mobility function against the history of activations of the considered slope movement,
and by excluding false alarms. Accordingly, a reliable tool for predicting the phases of activity of a large slope movement
could therefore be obtained. 相似文献