A stochastic optimization approach for the selection of reflective cracking mitigation techniques

PurposeIn Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) overlays, the existing cracks in the underlying pavements can propagate upward to the new added overlay and may cause Reflective Cracks (RC). These cracks allow water infiltration to the underlying layers and causes further moisture damage as well as weakening the unbound layers. Over the years, several methods have been developed for mitigating the RCs. This study aims to investigate the current reflective cracking mitigation methods and develop a methodology for the selection of appropriate mitigation technique. The developed model is then applied to a case study in the state of Florida.MethodTo accomplish this goal, a nationwide literature review was conducted to better understand the current in practice methods in the United States. Moreover, a life cycle cost analysis (LCCA) in five different road types was performed to find the annuity of roadway rehabilitation for each of the mitigation methods. The uncertainty in the LCCA results is represented using Exploratory Modeling and Analysis (EMA) method. Then through a Multi Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) model, a stochastic optimization model was developed to find the appropriate reflective cracking mitigation solution under Florida’s climate and road conditions, based on different cost and performance weights.ResultsBased on the available data for the state of Florida, the LCCA results indicate that the annuity of maintaining the roadway with Fabrics and ISAC are lower compared to other methods. However, the results of stochastic optimization model reveal that while looking at the performance and cost at the same time, different methods would be more feasible. For instance, while the cost of the used method does not matter at all and only performance matters, STRATA® is more probable to be the appropriate mitigation technique. The findings of this research are critical for decision makers to better understand the most cost-effective mitigation technique in different conditions.     

荷坳隧道四洞小净距段支护结构设计研究北大核心CSCD

多洞空间小净距隧道支护结构参数量化设计与安全性分析是当前设计中的一大难题。文章针对深圳机荷高速公路荷坳隧道四洞小净距段的设计,采用总安全系数法对四洞的开挖与支护模式、各洞的开挖顺序及支护参数进行了研究比较,并采用隧规荷载-结构法、增量法、地层-结构法对支护结构的安全系数进行了对比计算,得出以下结论:(1)提出了基于总安全系数法原理的多洞空间小净距隧道设计方法;(2)根据总安全系数法得出了荷坳隧道四洞小净距段应采用“先行洞二次衬砌完成后再开挖下一孔隧道”的开挖与支护模式,且应按洞1→洞2→洞3→洞4的开挖顺序施工;(3)隧规荷载-结构法、增量法、地层-结构法虽无法得出结构的总承载安全系数,但在一定程度上可以反应部分支护结构的安全性。     

基于湿度应力场理论的膨胀土边坡稳定分析

边坡土体中的膨胀力是导致膨胀土边坡失稳的主要原因之一。文章基于湿度应力场理论,采用ANSYS软件的热传导分析功能模拟分析边坡的降雨入渗以及膨胀变形,并采用有限元强度折减法对不同条件下边坡安全系数进行计算,分析了膨胀土边坡稳定规律,为膨胀土边坡处治提供理论依据。     

橡胶粉改性MAC沥青混合料路用性能的研究

主要讨论了橡胶粉在MAC沥青混合料中的应用,研究了橡胶粉干法改性沥青混合料高温性能、抗水损害性能及混合料的抗飞散性能,证明了其优良的路用价值。     

圆形直管湍流粗糙管区的摩擦因数计算

提出了简单适用的管路摩擦因数λ的计算方法,解决了柯尔布鲁克-怀特(Colebrook-white)公式中隐函数不易计算的问题,该方法计算精度高于其他现有简化公式;在10-8≤ε/d≤0.05、3000≤Re≤108时,该方程的计算结果与原Colebrook-White方程的平均相对偏差为0.3315%,最大偏差不超过2.0%。     

Back-Calculation of Ground Stress Field and Rockburst Analysis for Wunvfeng Tunnel北大核心CSCD

Studying the in-situ stress distribution at a tunnel site is very important to determine surrounding rock characteristics, the engineering design and the construction scheme. By using the multiple linear regression method based on the least square algorithm, the initial geostress field is analyzed and the corresponding regression coefficients are obtained. The ground stress obtained from the proposed back analysis is reasonable and can meet the demands of the engineering applications. From the rockburst risk level distribution diagram, it is speculated that the Wunvfeng tunnel is in the high filed stress area. Field monitoring should be strengthened and emergency plans should be made to cope with the rockburst risks during the construction process. © 2018, Editorial Office of "Modern Tunnelling Technology". All right reserved.     

高低塔斜拉桥抗震设计分析

高低塔斜拉桥由于结构不对称,使其受力特性也体现出不对称性,因此对此类桥梁的抗震分析显得尤为重要。文章以广西某特大桥为工程实例,建立空间有限元模型进行抗震分析,对设置阻尼器提高桥梁抗震性能提供了可靠的理论依据,并介绍了有限元分析的详细过程,可为今后同类桥梁的抗震设计提供参考。     

基于反分析法的均质路堑滑坡治理技术研究

反分析方法与计算机技术的结合使其功能越来越强,在实际工程中得到越来越多的应用与研究。采用反分析法确定边坡岩土体抗剪强度参数从而得出对滑坡治理的设计参数。基于简化Bishop法建立反分析极限平衡方程,并采用计算剖面多组单参数反演与统计比较分析相结合的方法,优化反算岩土抗剪强度参数值。该方法应用于某均值路堑滑坡治理工程并得以论证,表明了反分析法应用于滑坡治理的可行性与正确性。     

PCM+“短接法”在站场埋地管道定位中的应用

为了实现站场内埋地管道的非开挖定位,借鉴长输管道定位技术,采用PCM+探索实现站内管道定位的方法。站场内管道错综复杂,用电设备干扰大,按照正常信号加载方式,电流信号在埋地管道和用电设备之间无序流动,无法实现目标管道准确定位。采用PCM+"短接法",用金属导线将发射机与待检埋地管道直接相连,不经过地网,而形成"发射机-导线-管道-导线-发射机"的封闭回路,接收机可准确探测到埋地管道的位置,现场试验效果良好,经开挖验证后发现误差小于100 mm。     

化学灌浆处理水泥砼路面板底脱空方法

文章针对广西柳州-王灵高速公路水泥砼路面板底存在脱空问题,分析了病害产生的原因,介绍了应用化学灌浆处理时从灌浆材料、设备的选定,到施工工序,质量检查,处理效果及方法的过程,提出了处理工程中还存在的问题及对策,对处理水泥砼路面板底脱空及改善路面的使用性有一定的参考意义。