Rubber gaskets are commonly adopted as the waterproof component in shield tunnels for
their outstanding sealing performance. The contact pressure between surfaces generated by …

The gasketed joint plays a critical role in the waterproof or water-leakage resistance
performance of tunnel segmental linings. This study presents a novel numerical simulation …

With the increasing mileage and operation time of China's subsea tunnels, tunnels are
entering a period of high disaster. Water leakage is one of the most common disasters. To …

Double lining with outer segmental lining and inner reinforced concrete lining is extensively
used for water conveyance tunnel with internal water pressure. In order to improve the …

The water leakage through segmental joint gaskets has become a major concern that
adversely affects the normal serviceability of underwater shield tunnels throughout the …

The localised leakage in shield tunnels that mainly occurs at segment joints may induce
other defects, which threatens operational safety. To obtain a universal solution for the …

The compression force is a critical indicator for assessing the waterproofing capability of
ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) rubber gaskets, and the relaxation of EPDM …

The rapid and smooth functioning of segment assembly robots, which is always conflicting,
is critical to improving efficiency and ensuring safety during tunneling construction …

Large diameter shield tunnels traversing liquefiable soil-rock strata are highly susceptible to
seismic hazards, as earthquake-induced soil liquefaction significantly reduces soil strength …

Groundwater leakage in shield tunnels poses a threat to the safety and durability of tunnel
structures. Disturbance of adjacent constructions during the operation of shield tunnels …