Numerical Simulation of Surrounding Rock Deformation and Grouting Reinforcement of Cross-Fault Tunnel under Different Excavation Methods

Tunnel construction is susceptible to accidents such as loosening, deformation, collapse, and water inrush, especiallyunder complex geological conditions like dense fault areas. These accidents can cause instability and damageto the tunnel. As a result, it is essential to conduct research on tunnel construction and grouting reinforcementtechnology in fault fracture zones to address these issues and ensure the safety of tunnel excavation projects. Thisstudy utilized the Xianglushan cross-fault tunnel to conduct a comprehensive analysis on the construction, support,and reinforcement of a tunnel crossing a fault fracture zone using the three-dimensional finite element numericalmethod. The study yielded the following research conclusions: The excavation conditions of the cross-fault tunnelarray were analyzed to determine the optimal construction method for excavation while controlling deformationand stress in the surrounding rock. The middle partition method (CD method) was found to be the most suitable.Additionally, the effects of advanced reinforcement grouting on the cross-fault fracture zone tunnel were studied,and the optimal combination of grouting reinforcement range (140°) and grouting thickness (1m) was determined.The stress and deformation data obtained fromon-site monitoring of the surrounding rock was slightly lower thanthe numerical simulation results. However, the change trend of both sets of data was found to be consistent. Theseresearch findings provide technical analysis and data support for the construction and design of cross-fault tunnels.

Influence of underground water seepage flow on surrounding rock deformation of multi-arch tunnel

Based on a typical multi-arch tunnel in a freeway, the fast Lagrangian analysis of continua in 3 dimensions(FLAC3D) was used to calculate the surrounding rock deformation of the tunnel under which the effect of underground water seepage flow was taken into account or not. The distribution of displacement field around the multi-arch tunnel, which is influenced by the seepage field, was gained. The result indicates that the settlement values of the vault derived from coupling analysis are bigger when considering the seepage flow effect than that not considering. Through the contrast of arch subsidence quantities calculated by two kinds of computation situations, and the comparison between the calculated and measured value of tunnel vault settlement, it is found that the calculated value(5.7-6.0 mm) derived from considering the seepage effect is more close to the measured value(5.8-6.8 mm). Therefore, it is quite necessary to consider the seepage flow effect of the underground water in aquiferous stratum for multi-arch tunnel design.

Surrounding rock deformation regularity of roadway under extremely complicated geological conditions in deep mine and its control

By combining the practices of deep mine mining in Changguang Mine field and using the Universal Distinct Element Code 3 0(UDEC3 0) numerical computing method, the distribution characteristics of deformation field and stress field as well as the surrounding rock deformation regularity of soft rock roadway are analyzed under extremely complicated geological conditions, a technical principle of bolting to control the surrounding rock of roadway is put forward. And also using a dynamic control for surrounding rocks designing method, the supporting parameters and implement plan are rationally determined. The experimental tests have obtained a good controlling result of surrounding rock.

THE RELATION BETWEEN THE CHAIN PILLAR WIDTH AND THE SURROUNDING ROCK DEFORMATION OF ROADWAY

Based on the analysis and research into ground pressure behavior law and surrounding rock deformation of a large number of roadways affected by mining activity,this paper proposed a relation between the surrounding rock deformation during mining ,the surrounding rock deformation rate during stable stage of mining and the chain pillar width. Moreover,it established the relation between the total amount of surrounding rock deformation during service period of roadway and the chain pillar width,which provides a principal basis for choosing the chain pillar width.

Deformation mechanism and collapse treatment of the rock surrounding a shallow tunnel based on on-site monitoring

When tunnels are constructed at shallow depths in areas with poor geological conditions,such as portal sections,valleys and hillsides in regions with granitic bedrock,considerable excavation-induced deformation of the surrounding rock may occur,potentially resulting in tunnel collapses.The main reason for these problems is the lack of understanding of the deformation mechanism and evolution of the soft granitic rock surrounding the tunnel and the adoption of inappropriate construction technology and methods.This article analyzes the deformation mechanism of the rock surrounding a shallow tunnel based on in situ monitoring data as a case study and suggests that certain measures should be taken to effectively control the deformation of the surrounding rock and to minimize the potential for tunnel collapse.The results show that the deformation of the granitic soil surrounding the tunnel can be divided into three stages:the rapid deformation stage,the slow deformation stage and the stabilization stage.Appropriate construction methods should be carefully selected to ensure safety during tunnel excavation in the first stage.To avoid secondary disasters caused by tunnel collapses,three treatment measures may be implemented as part of safety management:enhancing the monitoring of the surrounding rock deformation,adjusting the construction methods and optimizing the support systems.In particular,accurate monitoring data and timely information feedback play a vital role in tunnel construction.Therefore,engineers with considerable engineering experience and professional knowledge are needed to analyze the monitoring data and make accurate predictions of tunnel deformation to ensure that reasonable measures are taken in the process of shallow tunnel excavation.

Numerical simulation on deformation character of surrounding rock masses of Changjiashan tunnel through the gob of coalmine

Based on the construction project of the Changjiashan tunnel of the freeway,the variety rule of surrounding rock masses of the tunnel through the gob of coalmine wasstudied by using of finite element methed(FEM).The status of the stress and strain,thevariety of the plastic area were simulated in the whole rock mass before and after thetunnel was excavated.The characters of stress and deformation of surrounding rockmasses were analyzed when the tunnel was built.It concluded from the numerical simula-tion that the influence on the tunneling is great when the tunnel passing through the gob ofcoalmine is excavated,and the relative measures should be taken.

Mechanical analysis on deformation of surrounding rock with road-in packing of gob-side entry retaining in fully-mechanized sub-level caving face

Based on the movement regularity of surrounding rock with road-in packing of gob-side entry retaining in fully-mechanized sub-level caving face(RPGERFCF),the me- chanical model of its surrounding rock was established and the calculating formulas of the deformation of the roof,coal wall and filling body were attained.By the mechanical analy- sis to the deformation of the surrounding rock of RPGERFCF,the major factors influencing the deformation of the surrounding rock were found out and the technologic approaches reduced the deformation and enhanced the stability of the surrounding rock were put for- ward.Consequently,the scientific bases were provided for the stability control of the sur- rounding rock of RPGERFCF.

Excavation influence of triangular-distribution tunnels for wind pavilion group of a metro station

For the Guanshui Road Station tunnel project of Guiyang Metro Line 2,the wind pavilion group was moved out of the main tunnel to reduce the number of openings in the main tunnel,and the wind pavilion group was excavated in a triangular configuration at the entrance of the main tunnel.Based on the finite element software ABAQUS,a three-dimensional model is established to study the influence of different triangular-distribution tunnels excavation schemes on the surface settlement and tunnel stability.The objective of this study is to reveal the change rules of surface settlement,deformation and force in the support structures and the surrounding rock and identify the best excavation scheme for this tunnel configuration.Results show that to control the surface settlement and the deformation of the support structures,the optimal excavation sequence involves excavating the upper fresh air exhaust tunnel before the lower running tunnel.To control the stress of the support structures,the optimal excavation involves excavating the lower running tunnel before the upper fresh air exhaust tunnel.In this project,the most reasonable excavation sequence of the tunnel is from top to bottom.The most reasonable thickness of tunnel penetration is 5 m.

Research and application of schemes for constructing concrete pillars in large section finishing cut in backfill coal mining

Based on the technology of controlling surrounding rock deformation by constructing concrete pillars in large section finishing cut in backfill coal mining, the characteristics of vertical stress on concrete pillars and main factors influencing pillar stability are analyzed. By building a Winkler elastic foundation mechanical model for the support system constituted of coal pillar, backfill body and concrete pillars, mechanical calculation on stability of concrete pillar is carried out to evaluate the pillar stability and safety. Seven numeral models in three schemes with different pillar sizes, inter-row distances and compression ratios at the stopes were analyzed through numerical simulation according to width reduction principle. The practice of finishing cut at IIIB44 workface at Yangzhuang coal mine shows that： when the actual compression ratio is 86.5%, construction size inside the finishing cut is 2000 mm x 2000 mm and the interval between concrete pillars is 2000 mm x 2000 mm, the pillars can be stable with the maximum movement of two sides of each pillar being only 83 mm and 54 mm, which achieves the expected effect.

SELECTION OF HORIZONTAL DISTANCE X BETWEEN ROADWAY AND THE EDGE OF ITS UPPER PILLAR

The horizontal distance X between roadway and the edge of its upper pillar is considered as an important parameter for layout of roadway in floor strata or in the adjacent coal seam. Based on the research achievements of rockstrata pressure, this paper illustrates the quantitative relationship among the mining situation of upper searn, the rockstrata properties around roadway, the vertital distanee Z (between roadway and its upper pillar), and the horizontai distance X (between roadway and the edge of its upper pillar), and provides a main basiS for the selection of value X and the relative location between roadway and its upper seam.

Scientific problems and research proposals for Sichuan–Tibet railway tunnel construction

The Sichuan–Tibet railway construction has received significant attention from both China and abroad.The new section from Ya’an to Nyingchi is about 1018.6 km long,including 69 tunnels with a total length of 841.7 km.The longest tunnel(Yigong tunnel)is 42.4 km long.The successful construction of the Sichuan–Tibet railway depends largely on tunnel construction.Due to the complex conditions,tunnel construction for the Sichuan–Tibet railway poses great challenges to the research community.This paper aims to illustrate the necessity of interdisciplinary and joint research to solve problems associated with tunnel construction that will be encountered in the immediate future and facilitate the communication and exchange of ideas between disciplines.To this end,based on a systematic analysis of the available data related to Sichuan–Tibet railway tunnels,six major aspects of the geology,environment,and engineering conditions are identified.Next,based on the engineering responses from the Sichuan–Tibet railway tunnels,potential technical problems and risk characteristics are predicted and evaluated.Further,six key scientific issues are identified and discussed based on a coupled multi-layer analysis of essential tunnel engineering issues.Finally,research directions,technical ideas,and research methods that should be carried out for this project are proposed.