An efficient optimal neural network based on gravitational search algorithm in predicting the deformation of geogrid-reinforced soil structures

E Momeni, A Yarivand, MB Dowlatshahi… - Transportation …, 2021 - Elsevier
The deformation of a Geosynthetic reinforced soil (GRS) structure is a key factor in designing
this type of retaining structures. On the other hand, the feasibility of artificial intelligence …

Coupled specimen and fiber dimensions influence measurement on the properties of fiber-reinforced soil

AR Tabakouei, SS Narani, M Abbaspour, E Aflaki… - Measurement, 2022 - Elsevier
The coupled influence of fiber length and specimen dimensions on the results of unconfined
compressive strength (UCS) tests is measured in this study. Three types of fiber, namely …

The effectiveness of ensemble-neural network techniques to predict peak uplift resistance of buried pipes in reinforced sand

J Zeng, PG Asteris, AP Mamou, AS Mohammed… - Applied Sciences, 2021 - mdpi.com
Buried pipes are extensively used for oil transportation from offshore platforms. Under
unfavorable loading combinations, the pipe's uplift resistance may be exceeded, which may …

Numerical behaviour of buried flexible pipes in geogrid-reinforced soil under cyclic loading

A Elshesheny, M Mohamed, NM Nagy… - Computers and …, 2020 - Elsevier
Three-dimensional finite element models were executed and validated to investigate the
performance of buried flexible high-density Polyethylene (HDPE) pipes, in unreinforced and …

New geocell utilisation as a pipe uplifting countermeasure and its validation using model experiments

T Nagatani, Y Sawada, Y Inoue, S Ito, HI Ling… - Geotextiles and …, 2024 - Elsevier
In this study, we proposed a new method for preventing the uplift of a pipe using geocells, to
improve the workability of the pipelines and increase the uplift resistance. As a fundamental …

Uplift resistance and progressive failure mechanisms of metro shield tunnel in soft clay

Q Gong, Y Zhao, J Zhou, S Zhou - Tunnelling and Underground Space …, 2018 - Elsevier
In soft clay strata, a reliable design for disposing longitudinal uneven settlement of shield
tunnels with grouting uplift technique requires the prediction of the uplift behavior. In this …

Pipeline element for upheaval buckling analysis of submarine pipelines with geometric-imperfections under high temperature high pressure

J Ning, S Liu, T Lin, W Huang - Ocean Engineering, 2022 - Elsevier
Submarine pipeline is used for transporting oil from wells to resource storage facilities. The
oil inside the pipeline is heated and pressured for long-distance transportation, making the …

Numerical analysis of bearing capacity of circular footing reinforced with geogrid layers

A Abdolhosseinzadeh, P Samui, M Samaei… - Arabian Journal of …, 2022 - Springer
In today's constructions, soil weakness in shear and tension is important. Geogrid is a
common solution for improving bearing capacity for soil reinforcement with geotechnical …

A feasible, portable and convenient density measurement method for minerals via magnetic levitation

J Xie, P Zhao, C Zhang, Y Hao, N Xia, J Fu - Measurement, 2019 - Elsevier
This work proposes an improved magnetic levitation (IML) method for measuring the density
of minerals in outdoor exploration by horizontally setting the magnetic levitation device. The …

A Labor-Saving Method of Pipe Uplifting Countermeasure with Geocell-Geotextile Combination

T Nagatani, Y Sawada, R Ikebata, S Ito… - Transportation …, 2024 - Springer
In this study, we proposed a new method which mitigates pipe uplifting by utilizing geocells
and geotextiles. The method resulted in labor saving in construction. To verify the …