Retrospective and prospective review of the generalized nonlinear strength theory for geomaterials

Strength theory is the basic theory for calculating and designing the strength of engineering materials in civil,hydraulic,mechanical,aerospace,military,and other engineering disciplines.Therefore,the comprehensive study of the generalized nonlinear strength theory(GNST)of geomaterials has significance for the construction of engineering rock strength.This paper reviews the GNST of geomaterials to demonstrate the research status of nonlinear strength characteristics of geomaterials under complex stress paths.First,it systematically summarizes the research progress of GNST(classical and empirical criteria).Then,the latest research the authors conducted over the past five years on the GNST is introduced,and a generalized three-dimensional(3D)nonlinear Hoek‒Brown(HB)criterion(NGHB criterion)is proposed for practical applications.This criterion can be degenerated into the existing three modified HB criteria and has a better prediction performance.The strength prediction errors for six rocks and two in-situ rock masses are 2.0724%-3.5091%and 1.0144%-3.2321%,respectively.Finally,the development and outlook of the GNST are expounded,and a new topic about the building strength index of rock mass and determining the strength of in-situ engineering rock mass is proposed.The summarization of the GNST provides theoretical traceability and optimization for constructing in-situ engineering rock mass strength.

Assessing the range of blasting-induced cracks in the surrounding rock of deeply buried tunnels based on the unified strength theory

Blasting-induced cracks in the rock surrounding deeply buried tunnels can result in water gushing and rock mass collapse,posing significant safety risks.However,previous theoretical studies on the range of blasting-induced cracks often ignore the impact of the in-situ stress,especially that of the intermediate principal stress.The particle displacement−crack radius relationship was established in this paper by utilizing the blasthole cavity expansion equation,and theoretical analytical formulas of the stress−displacement relationship and the crack radius were derived with unified strength theory to accurately assess the range of cracks in deep surrounding rock under a blasting load.Parameter analysis showed that the crushing zone size was positively correlated with in-situ stress,intermediate principal stress,and detonation pressure,whereas negatively correlated with Poisson ratio and decoupling coefficient.The dilatancy angle-crushing zone size relationship exhibited nonmonotonic behavior.The relationships in the crushing zone and the fracture zone exhibited opposite trends under the influence of only in-situ stress or intermediate principal stress.As the in-situ stress increased from 0 to 70 MPa,the rate of change in the crack range and the attenuation rate of the peak vibration velocity gradually slowed.

Analysis of complete plasticity assumption for solid circular shaft under pure torsion and calculation of shear stress

The distribution of shear stress on the cross-section of plastic metal solid circular shaft under pure torsion yielding, the applicability of complete plastic model assumption and the shear stress formula were researched. Based on the shear stress formula of circular shaft under pure torsion in elastic stage, the formula of torque in elastic stage and the definition of yield, it is obtained that the yielding stage of plastic metal shaft under pure torsion is only a surface phenomenon of torque-torsion angle relationship, and the distribution of shear stress is essentially different from that of tensile stress when yielding under uniaxial tension. The pure torsion platform-torsion angle and the shape of torque-torsion angle curve cannot change the distribution of shear stress on the shaft cross-section. The distribution of shear stress is still linear with the maximum shear stress ts. The complete plasticity model assumption is not in accordance with the actual situation of shaft under torsion. The experimental strength data of nine plastic metals are consistent with the calculated results of the new limiting strain energy strength theory （LSEST）. The traditional yield stress formula for plastic shaft under torsion is reasonable. The shear stress formula based on the plane assumption in material mechanics is applicable for all loaded stages of torsion shaft.

THE NEW CRITERIA OF ELASTIC AND FATIGUE FAILURE IN THE COMPONENT OF COMPLEX STRESS STATES

In this paper, a total criterion on elastic and fatigue failure in complex stress, that is. octahedral stress strength theory on dynamic and static states on the basis of studying modern and classic strength theories. At the same time, an analysis of an independent and fairly comprehensive theoretical system is set up. It gives generalized failure factor by 36 materials and computative theory of the 11 states of complex stresses on a point, and derives the operator equation on generalized allowable strength and a computative method for a total equation can be applied to dynamic and static states. It is illustrated that the method has a good exactness through computation of eight examples of engineering. Therefore, the author suggests applying it to engineering widely.

Unified analytical solution for deep circular tunnel with consideration of seepage pressure,grouting and lining

A new unified analytical solution is presented for predicting the range of plastic zone and stress distributions around a deep circular tunnel in a homogeneous isotropic continuous medium. The rock mass, grouting zone and lining are assumed as elastic-perfectly plastic and governed by the unified strength theory(UST). This new solution has made it possible to consider the interaction between seepage pressure, lining, grouting and rock mass, and the intermediate principal stress effect together. Moreover, parametric analysis is carried out to identify the influence of the related parameters on the plastic zone radius. Under the given conditions, the results show that the plastic zone radius decreases with an increasing cohesion, internal friction angle and hydraulic conductivity of lining and unified failure criterion parameter, respectively; whereas the plastic zone radius increases with the growth of elasticity modulus of lining. Comparison of results from the new solution and the other published one shows well agreement and provides confidence in the new solution proposed.

Unified semi-analytical solution for elastic-plastic stress of deep circular hydraulic tunnel with support yielding

A unified semi-analytical solution is presented for elastic-plastic stress of a deep circular hydraulic tunnel with support yielding under plane strain conditions.The rock mass is assumed to be elastic-perfectly plastic and governed by the unified strength theory (UST).Different major principal stresses in different engineering situations and different support yielding conditions are both considered.The unified solution obtained in this work is a series of results,rather than one specific solution,hence it is suitable for a wide range of rock masses.In addition,parametric study is conducted to investigate the effect of intermediate principal stress.The result shows the major principal stress should be rationally chosen according to different engineering conditions.Finally,the applicability of the unified solution is discussed according to the critical pressures.

Mechanics of formation and rupture of human aneurysm

The mechanical response of the human arterial wall under the combined loading of inflation, axial extension, and torsion is examined within the framework of the large deformation hyper-elastic theory. The probability of the aneurysm formation is explained with the instability theory of structure, and the probability of its rupture is explained with the strength theory of material. Taking account of the residual stress and the smooth muscle activities, a two layer thick-walled circular cylindrical tube model with fiber-reinforced composite-based incompressible anisotropic hyper-elastic materials is employed to model the mechanical behavior of the arterial wall. The deformation curves and the stress distributions of the arterial wall are given under normal and abnormal conditions. The results of the deformation and the structure instability analysis show that the model can describe the uniform inflation deformation of the arterial wall under normal conditions, as well as formation and growth of an aneurysm under abnormal conditions such as the decreased stiffness of the elastic and collagen fibers. From the analysis of the stresses and the material strength, the rupture of an aneurysm may also be described by this model if the wall stress is larger than its strength.

Stress-Strain Relationship and Failure Criterion for Concrete after Freezing and Thawing Cycles

The research of the failure criterion and one-dimensional stress-strain relationship of deteriorated concrete were carried out. Based on the damage mechanics theory, the dsmage which reflects the alternation of internal state of material were introduced into the formula presented by Desayi and Krishman and the weighted twin-shear strength theory. As a nondestructive examination method in common use, the ultrasonic technique was adopted in the study, and the ultrasonic velocity was used to establish the damage variable. After that, the failure criterion and one-dimensional stress-strain relationship for deteriorated concrete were obtained. Eventually, tests were carried out to study the evolution laws on the damage. The results show that the more freezing and thawing cycles are, the more apparently the failure surface shrinks. Meanwhile, the comparison between theoretical data and experimental data verifies tile rationality of tile damage-based one-dimensional stress-strain relationship proposed.

A novel limiting strain energy strength theory

With applied dislocation theory,the effects of shear and normal stresses on the slide and climb motions at the same section of a crystal were analyzed.And,based on the synergetic effect of both normal and shear strain specific energies,the concept of the total equivalent strain specific energy(TESSE)at an oblique section and a new strength theory named as limiting strain energy strength theory(LSEST)were proposed.As for isotropic materials,the plastic yielding or brittle fracture of under uniaxial stress state would occur when the maximum TESSE reached the strain specific energy,also the expressions on the equivalent stresses and a function of failure of the LSEST under different principal stress states were obtained.Relationship formulas among the tensile, compressive and shear yield strengths for plastic metals were derived.These theoretical predictions,according to the LSEST,were consistent very well with experiment results of tensile,compressive and torsion tests of three plastic metals and other experiment results from open literatures.This novel LSEST might also help for strength calculation of other materials.

Generalized non-linear strength theory and transformed stress space

Based on the test data of frictional materials and previous research achievements in this field, a generalized non-linear strength theory (GNST) is proposed. It describes non-linear strength properties on the π-plane and the meridian plane using a unified formula, and it includes almost all the present non-linear strength theories, which can be used in just one material. The shape of failure function of the GNST is a smooth curve between the SMP criterion and the Mises criterion on the π-plane, and an exponential curve on the meridian plane. Through the transformed stress space based on the GNST, the combination of the GNST and various constitutive models using p and q as stress parameters can be realized simply and rationally in three-dimensional stress state. Keywords generalized non-linear strength theory (GNST) - transformed stress - constitutive model - application

Unified solutions for stresses and displacements around circular tunnels using the Unified Strength Theory

The unified solutions are presented for stresses and displacements around a circular tunnel subjected to a hydrostatic stress field.The rock mass is assumed to be elastic-brittle-plastic and governed by the Unified Strength Theory.The displacements are obtained accounting for three different definitions for elastic strains and different Young's modulus in the plastic zone.The unified solutions obtained in this paper are especially versatile in reflecting the intermediate principal stress effect to different extents for different materials.The conventional solutions,based on the Mohr-Coulomb failure criterion and the Generalized Twin Shear Stress yield criterion,are special cases of the present unified solutions.The new unified solutions can compare with those computed by the latest generalized Hoek-Brown failure criterion.The results obtained demonstrate the importance of the intermediate principal stress influence for the stresses and displacements analysis.The effects of different definitions for elastic strains and different Young's modulus in the plastic zone on the displacements are significant.

Unified elastoplastic finite difference and its application

Two elastoplastic constitutive models based on the unified strength the- ory （UST） are established and implemented in an explicit finite difference code, fast Lagrangian analysis of continua （FLAC/FLAC3D）, which includes an associated/non- associated flow rule, strain-hardening/softening, and solutions of singularities. Those two constitutive models are appropriate for metallic and strength-different （SD） materials, respectively. Two verification examples are used to compare the computation results and test data using the two-dimensional finite difference code FLAC and the finite element code ANSYS, and the two constitutive models proposed in this paper are verified. Two application examples, the large deformation of a prismatic bar and the strain-softening be- havior of soft rock under a complex stress state, are analyzed using the three-dimensional code FLAC3D. The two new elastoplastic constitutive models proposed in this paper can be used in bearing capacity evaluation or stability analysis of structures built of metallic or SD materials. The effect of the intermediate principal stress on metallic or SD mate- rial structures under complex stress states, including large deformation, three-dimensional and non-association problems, can be analyzed easily using the two constitutive models proposed in this paper.

基于磁各向异性的管壁应力集中区域检测方法

针对应力集中导致管壁发生屈服失效的问题,提出了利用磁各向异性检测管壁应力集中区域的方法。从能量角度出发,研究了应力导致管壁产生磁各向异性的机理,建立了管壁当量应力与磁各向异性探头输出电压信号的数学模型,通过计算管壁的当量应力判断其是否发生屈服失效,搭建了应力检测实验平台。实验结果表明,应力会导致管壁产生磁各向异性,磁各向异性检测方法能够检测出管壁当量应力的变化趋势和主应力方向所在延长线的角度,进而判断管壁是否产生应力集中区域。

卸载状态下非均质圆形寒区隧道围岩弹塑性统一解

以统一强度理论作为卸载状态下寒区隧道冻结围岩屈服准则,综合考虑围岩非均质特性和中间主应力效应对冻结围岩强度影响,建立寒区隧道应力位移弹塑性力学模型,联合各区域边界条件,计算获得冻结围岩均质与非均质状态下,弹性解、塑性统一解以及塑性区半径的隐式方程,分别对其应力位移场讨论分析。研究表明:考虑冻结围岩的非均质特性,塑性区环向应力峰值增大40%,塑性区范围相对减少40.4%,内壁位移减少9.3%,弹性极限承载力提高41%,塑性极限承载力提高14%,影响显著。中间主应力效应能充分发挥非均质冻结围岩承载潜能,计算得到的承载力明显增大,塑性半径明显减小。所得结果可为寒区隧道开挖支护设计以及数值模拟,提供理论指导。

考虑损伤效应的二向不等压深埋圆形隧道弹塑性统一解

为了研究二向不等压地应力环境下深埋圆形隧道损伤后的力学响应问题,通过考虑深部围岩的损伤效应,基于统一强度理论建立二向不等压深埋圆形隧道弹塑性解,依托华丽高速东马场隧道验证解的准确性和适用性;研究损伤效应和中间主应力对围岩应力分布和变形的影响,并探讨不同侧压力系数、剪胀系数和支护反力下深埋圆形隧道围岩的损伤程度。研究结果表明:二向不等压深埋圆形隧道开挖后,围岩峰后的损伤效应会加剧隧道的挤压变形,考虑损伤效应的变形计算结果与现场实测结果更接近;中间主应力能提高围岩的承载能力,抑制隧道的挤压变形,不考虑中间主应力会高估隧道的变形潜势;侧压力系数决定围岩损伤区的形状和大小,施工时应根据围岩不同位置的损伤程度对关键变形部位进行注浆加固;剪胀系数越大,围岩的损伤程度越大,损伤区的范围越大;支护反力能抑制围岩的损伤效应,在实际工程中需及时施作支护约束围岩变形,以改善围岩的受力情况。

基于非纤维方向应力疲劳模型的复合材料层合板振动寿命预测

复合材料结构在服役过程中会受到外部载荷激励影响而产生随机振动,由于铺层角度的多样性使其寿命预测方法尚不明确。为确保复合材料结构安全服役,需探明复合材料不同铺层角度的振动疲劳寿命预测方法。本文提出一种基于非纤维方向S-N曲线的预测方式,考虑了复合材料的各向异性和多轴应力状态,以Tsai-Wu准则为基础,结合频域法对[0/90]s铺层的复合材料层合板进行了振动疲劳寿命预测。结果表明,非纤维方向S-N曲线能够较为准确地预测复合材料层合板的寿命,且Zhao-Baker概率密度函数模型的准确性最高。

基于统一强度理论的自紧身管残余应力分析

基于统一强度理论,考虑材料拉压异性和鲍辛格效应的影响,采用双线性强化材料模型对身管进行自紧分析,推导了身管加载应力、卸载应力、残余应力及工作应力的解析解,得到了弹塑性交界面半径、反向屈服半径的计算公式,提出了最佳自紧度和自紧压力的计算方法,通过与实验数据进行对比,验证了本文理论解的正确性,分析了材料拉压强度比、中间应力系数等参数对身管残余应力、弹塑性交界面半径、反向屈服半径和最佳自紧压力的影响。结果表明,反向屈服半径、弹塑性交界面半径、弹塑性交界面处残余应力与材料拉压强度比成正比,与中间应力系数成反比;最佳自紧压力与材料拉压强度比成反比,与中间应力系数成正比。

Analytical solutions for deep tunnels in strain-softening rocks modeled by different elastic strain definitions with the unified strength theory

This paper presents the analytical solutions for the responses of tunnels excavated in rock masses exhibiting strain-softening behavior. Since previous analyses give little consideration to the effect of the intermediate principal stress on the strain-softening rock behavior, the unified strength theory was introduced to analyze the tunnel response. Four cases of different definitions of the elastic strain in the softening and residual regions, used in the existing solutions, were considered. The tunnel displacements,stresses, radii of the softening and residual zones and critical stresses were deduced. The proposed solutions were verified by comparing with numerical simulations, model tests and existing solutions. Furthermore, the solutions of the four cases were compared with each other to investigate the influence of the elastic strain expressions on the tunnel responses. The results showed that the intermediate principal stress coefficient b has a significant effect on the tunnel displacements, stress fields, and plastic radii. Parametric studies were performed to analyze the influences of the softening and residual dilatancy coefficients,softening modulus and residual strength on the tunnel responses. The parametric analysis indicated that the existing models should be carefully evaluated in the analysis of tunnels constructed through average-quality rocks;the proposed solutions outperformed the existing models in solving the mentioned problem.

陡倾片麻岩滑坡演化过程研究——以兰陵溪滑坡为例

弯曲-倾倒破坏是陡倾顺层岩质斜坡的一种变形模式,当其折断面贯通形成滑移面时,斜坡演化为滑坡。以三峡库区兰陵溪滑坡为例,引入反转应力法、梁板强度理论对滑坡变形模式与演化过程进行了研究。结果表明:①该岩质斜坡具有典型的陡倾顺层、岩体结构软硬相间的特点,为其发生弯曲-倾倒破坏提供了先天性条件。②差异性风化是兰陵溪滑坡发生弯曲-倾倒变形的主要原因,片状片麻岩抗弯强度变弱,促使片麻岩逐渐发生弯曲,最后产生弯曲折断-倾倒变形破坏。③兰陵溪滑坡演化过程历经差异性风化、岩层弯曲变形、岩层倾倒破坏、折断面贯通等4个阶段,所有折断面贯通形成潜在滑移面时,斜坡演化为滑坡。研究成果可为该滑坡工程治理提供理论依据,也可为同类型岩质斜坡治理提供思路。

三参数双τ^(2)强度理论及其应用

针对工程中岩石、混凝土等材料在复杂应力状态下的破坏问题,提出了一种新的三参数双τ^(2)强度理论,利用3种特殊应力状态给出了数学表达式。考虑到极限应力比受材料性质的影响,选取不同压拉比、剪拉比应力值,对比分析了岩石、混凝土在不同应力状态下的理论数据与试验数据。结果表明:在新强度理论下理论预测曲线与混凝土、岩石材料在常见4种应力状态下的受力破坏相吻合,能够保证脆性材料在工程应用上的适用性和安全性。