As a clean and sustainable method, the microbially induced calcite precipitation (MICP)
approach has been widely used for reinforcing weak soils. This study presents a state-of-the …

Previous prediction models for soil compaction parameters were developed using limited
data of specific soils and their accuracy also needs to be improved. This study presents the …

The emergence of the discrete element method (DEM) provides a powerful tool to
investigate the macro–micro mechanism of soil-structure interface (SSI). Understanding the …

A discrete element trapdoor model was established using the MatDEM software, and the
effects of different embankment and reinforcement heights on the soil arching effect of …

Geosynthetic-reinforced and pile-supported (GRPS) systems provide an economic and
effective solution for embankments. The load transfer mechanisms are tridimensional ones …

This study presents the effects of the particle shape on soil arching by simulating the
trapdoor problem using the discrete element method (DEM). A new method for preparing the …

The straightforward prediction for the air-entry value of compacted soils is practically useful,
but the investigation on this issue is scarce. This study presents three alternative …

The particle shape plays an important role in controlling the behavior of granular material,
thus needing to be considered in the formation and evolution of soil arching in the pile …

This study presents field investigations of a geosynthetic-reinforced pile-supported
embankment for a transformer substation constructed on a soft marine deposit. The tests …

A complete set of 13 morphological parameters in accordance with standard ISO 4287 was
applied to quantifying a series of random profiles. These profiles were imported into a …