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Research On Application Of Equivalent Stiffened Plate Elements In Local Stability Calculation Of U‐Shaped Stiffened Plates, CHEN Xiangjun 2023 Wuhan Comprehensive Transportation Research Institute Co., Ltd., Wuhan, Hubei 430000, China

Research On Application Of Equivalent Stiffened Plate Elements In Local Stability Calculation Of U‐Shaped Stiffened Plates, Chen Xiangjun

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

To address the issue of excessively large computational models in the numerical simulation of U-shaped stiffened plates in large-span flat steel box girder main girders, this paper proposes a finite element calculation theory using equivalent stiffened plate elements and a simplified method for U-shaped stiffened plates. By simplifying the U-shaped small box ribs in U-shaped stiffened plates into equivalent stiffening strips, the transverse stiffness of the cover plate is redistributed, and the effect of equivalent stiffeners on the stress of the plates is calculated. Stability analysis was conducted using Fortran language developed on the Ansys platform, and the results were …


Study On Supporting Effect Of Pre‐Stressed Rock Bolts On Tunnel Face, SHEN Xiangqian, CHEN Daoyun, ZHENG Chao 2023 Fujian Road and Bridge Construction Co., Ltd., Fuzhou, Fujian 350002, China

Study On Supporting Effect Of Pre‐Stressed Rock Bolts On Tunnel Face, Shen Xiangqian, Chen Daoyun, Zheng Chao

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

Focusing on the stability issues of the tunnel face in the large deformation section of soft rock in the Muzhailing Tunnel on the Weiyuan-Wudu Expressway, this paper proposes a technical solution for temporary reinforcement of the tunnel face using pre-stressed rock bolts. Numerical simulations were conducted to evaluate the reinforcement effect and effective range of pre-stressed rock bolts on the tunnel face, and the influence of initial ground stress on the reinforcement effect was further analyzed. The results show that under the given engineering conditions, pre-stressed rock bolts demonstrate significantly better reinforcement effects on the tunnel face compared to fully …


Optimization Research Of Laying Method And Material Type Selection Of Thermal Insulation Layer For Tunnels In Cold Region, WU Tao, LIU Zhichun, LIU Xuejiao, ZHANG Hongfei 2023 Nanjing Kuntuo Civil Engineering Technology Co., Ltd., Nanjing, Jiangsu 210041, China; School of Civil Engineering, Shijiazhuang Tiedao University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050043, China

Optimization Research Of Laying Method And Material Type Selection Of Thermal Insulation Layer For Tunnels In Cold Region, Wu Tao, Liu Zhichun, Liu Xuejiao, Zhang Hongfei

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

To address the issue of frost damage in tunnels in cold regions, research on thermal insulation and frost prevention is crucial. This paper utilizes an improved analytic hierarchy process combined with grey relational analysis to identify optimal insulation materials suitable for different laying methods that provide effective insulation. Numerical simulation methods were then used to calculate and analyze the tunnel temperature field under various combinations of insulation materials and laying methods. Based on the “composite temperature field” comparison results, the optimal insulation scheme was determined. The results show that the “off-wall laying + Furritek insulation board” combination is the optimal …


Research On Gas Migration And Ventilation Disaster Prevention In Highway Tunnel, WANG Zhongqi, LIN Zhi, FENG Sen, YANG Hongyun, CHEN Xiang, LIU Jiang 2023 CRCC Chongqing Investment Group Co., Ltd., Chongqing 400700, China

Research On Gas Migration And Ventilation Disaster Prevention In Highway Tunnel, Wang Zhongqi, Lin Zhi, Feng Sen, Yang Hongyun, Chen Xiang, Liu Jiang

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

To understand the gas migration patterns and ventilation disaster prevention techniques during tunnel construction, this paper uses a real tunnel as the engineering context. A 3D transient ventilation physical model was established using Ansys Fluent, and the effects of ventilation on gas concentration were analyzed in combination with on-site monitoring data. The results show that the uneven diffusion of gas and airflow is prominent. Gas concentration and wind speed stabilize at a distance of 120 m from the tunnel face as ventilation time increases. During gas monitoring and prevention, special attention should be paid to the area between the tunnel …


Study On Health State Evaluation Method Of Highway Tunnel Based On Neutrosophic Theory, DENG Fayou, XIA Caichu, XU Chongbang 2023 School of Civil Engineering, Shaoxing University, Shaoxing, Zhejiang 312000, China

Study On Health State Evaluation Method Of Highway Tunnel Based On Neutrosophic Theory, Deng Fayou, Xia Caichu, Xu Chongbang

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

The structural complexity and inherent uncertainties of highway tunnels necessitate comprehensive consideration of various uncertain factors to reasonably evaluate their health state. By introducing neutrosophic theory, which accounts for structural uncertainties, this paper proposes a health state evaluation method for highway tunnels based on neutrosophic cosine and tangent similarity measures. The proposed method was applied to evaluate the health state of 10 samples. A comparison between the actual evaluation grades and the results obtained using the proposed method shows that the evaluation results are consistent with the actual grades. This indicates that the proposed method effectively addresses uncertainties in the …


Interlayer Bonding Performance Of Wtr/Apao Composite Modified Asphalt, JI Hongyan, YAN Kezhen, YUAN Jian, ZHANG Xuanyu 2023 College of Civil Engineering, Hunan University, Changsha, Hunan 410082, China

Interlayer Bonding Performance Of Wtr/Apao Composite Modified Asphalt, Ji Hongyan, Yan Kezhen, Yuan Jian, Zhang Xuanyu

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

To investigate the bonding performance of waste tire rubber (WTR)/ amorphous α-olefin copolymer (APAO) composite modified asphalt as a waterproof bonding layer in asphalt pavements on cement concrete bridges, shear and pull-off tests were conducted. The shear strength and pull-off strength of SBS-modified asphalt, WTR-modified asphalt, and WTR/APAO composite modified asphalt were compared under different application rates and temperatures. The results show that WTR/APAO composite modified asphalt exhibits the best bonding performance, followed by WTR-modified asphalt, with SBS-modified asphalt performing the worst. Based on the shear and pull-off strengths at different temperatures, the optimal application rates were determined as 1.7 …


Study On Modification Of Phosphate Pretreated Aggregate Vegetation Porous Concrete, LI Zhengxing, HOU Zebiao 2023 Shanxi Transportation Holdings Group Co., Ltd., Taiyuan, Shanxi 030000, China

Study On Modification Of Phosphate Pretreated Aggregate Vegetation Porous Concrete, Li Zhengxing, Hou Zebiao

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

To enhance the interfacial structure between aggregates and cementitious materials in vegetation porous concrete and improve its compressive strength, this paper investigates the effects of phosphate pretreatment on aggregate properties and the corresponding compressive strength of vegetation porous concrete. The performance of untreated aggregates, water-washed aggregates, and acid-treated aggregates was evaluated, and the modification mechanism was explored from the perspective of the interfacial transition zone (ITZ) using scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The results show that phosphate effectively removes impurities from the aggregate surface and increases surface roughness, thus improving the compactness and stability of the ITZ. After soaking the aggregates …


Optimization Study On Indoor Vibratory Compaction Curves Of Cement Stabilized Macadam, QIU Youqiang, ZHANG Liujun 2023 CCCC First Highway Consultants Co., Ltd., Xi’an, Shaanxi 710075, China; University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, China

Optimization Study On Indoor Vibratory Compaction Curves Of Cement Stabilized Macadam, Qiu Youqiang, Zhang Liujun

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

To obtain well-defined secondary convex vibratory compaction curves and reduce the need for supplemental compaction point tests, this paper uses vibratory compaction tests for cement stabilized macadam in laboratory settings. Tests were conducted for two pavement sections along National Highway 110 (Hohhot to Bikeqi), exploring the influence of predefined moisture content intervals on vibratory compaction curves under varying cement dosages. The vibratory compaction curves were also compared with heavy compaction curves for analysis. The results show that the vibratory compaction curve is significantly influenced by the predefined moisture content intervals and cement dosage. For a moisture content interval of 1%, …


Selection Of Phase Change Materials For Asphalt Pavement Based On Molecular Dynamics Simulation, LIU Fujun, TIAN Xin, LIANG Meichen, GUO Meng 2023 China Highway and Transportation Society, Beijing 100011, China

Selection Of Phase Change Materials For Asphalt Pavement Based On Molecular Dynamics Simulation, Liu Fujun, Tian Xin, Liang Meichen, Guo Meng

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

Phase change materials (PCMs) have significant application potential in temperature regulation for asphalt pavements. To select suitable PCMs for road applications, this paper utilizes molecular dynamics simulation to analyze the molecular behaviors of lauric acid and polyethylene glycol (PEG). Experimental studies were conducted to validate the simulation results. The results show that molecular dynamics simulation provides an efficient and convenient method for comparing the performance of PCMs. PEG outperforms lauric acid in terms of molecular density, cohesive energy density, solubility parameters, and thermal conductivity, making it more suitable as a phase change material for asphalt pavements.


Experimental Study On Water Stability Of Sand Compound Modified Mud Road, CHAI Ruixiang, WU Kai, YE Wei, CUI Jinmei, WANG Jicheng, LI Zhantao 2023 School of Civil Engineering, Shaoxing University, Shaoxing, Zhejiang 312000, China; Ningbo University of Technology, Ningbo, Zhejiang 315211, China

Experimental Study On Water Stability Of Sand Compound Modified Mud Road, Chai Ruixiang, Wu Kai, Ye Wei, Cui Jinmei, Wang Jicheng, Li Zhantao

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

Sand compound modified mud, as a coupled medium of sand and soil, differs from traditional modified mud. To further investigate its water stability indicators, orthogonal design was employed to conduct indoor water stability simulation tests (surface infiltration test, underground capillary water test, and dry-wet cycle test) on sand compound modified mud. The water stability of the modified mud was characterized using the change rate of unconfined compressive strength (UCS). The results show that the unconfined compressive strength and water stability of the modified mud were significantly improved. Under different water disturbance conditions, the order of influence of factors such as …


Experimental Study On Influence Of Phosphorus Slag Powder On Pervious Concrete, LOU Jianxin, YANG Jianyong, ZHANG Yuxian, LI Jun, WANG Jie, LIU Jian 2023 School of Civil Engineering and Surveying&Mapping Engineering, Jiangxi University of Science and Technology, Ganzhou, Jiangxi 341000, China

Experimental Study On Influence Of Phosphorus Slag Powder On Pervious Concrete, Lou Jianxin, Yang Jianyong, Zhang Yuxian, Li Jun, Wang Jie, Liu Jian

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

This paper investigates the effects of replacing cement with phosphorus slag powder on the mechanical properties, permeability, and pavement performance of pervious concrete. The results show that incorporating a certain amount of phosphorus slag powder as a partial replacement for cement in pervious concrete is feasible. When the replacement ratio of phosphorus slag powder is within 10%, it enhances the strength of pervious concrete. The optimal replacement ratio of phosphorus slag powder is 8%, achieving a compressive strength of 24.18 MPa, a void ratio of 15.37%, and a permeability coefficient of 2.45 mm/s, which meet the requirements for fully permeable …


Study On Alkali Excitation Mechanism Of Large Dosage Slag Fine Powder, MEI Yang 2023 Department of Civil Engineering, Henan Technical College of Construction, Zhengzhou, Henan 450064, China

Study On Alkali Excitation Mechanism Of Large Dosage Slag Fine Powder, Mei Yang

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

To reveal the alkali excitation mechanism of high-dosage slag, this paper combines a three-factor, three-level orthogonal design with macro- and micro-performance tests and microstructure analysis. The effects of different activators, including Ca(OH)2, Na2SiO3, Na2SO4, and CaSO4, in single and dual combinations on the initial and final setting times, pore solution pH, and strength of concrete were explored. The results show that the impact on the strength of hardened paste of composite cementitious materials is ranked as: activator type > dosage > dual-mix ratio. The optimal dual-mix dosage is 4%, with the best combination being Ca(OH)2 and Na2SiO3 at a ratio of 5:1. …


Dynamic Load Response Analysis Of Rubber Powder Modified Asphalt Mixture, YANG Sanqiang, SUN Shuang, LI Qian, LIU Xinlei, QIN Lusheng 2023 Hebei Civil Engineering Monitoring and Performance Evaluation Technology Innovation Center, Baoding, Hebei 071002, China; College of Civil Engineering and Architecture, Hebei University, Baoding, Hebei 071002, China; Highway School, Chang’an University, Xi'an, Shaanxi 710064, China

Dynamic Load Response Analysis Of Rubber Powder Modified Asphalt Mixture, Yang Sanqiang, Sun Shuang, Li Qian, Liu Xinlei, Qin Lusheng

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

To investigate the mechanical response of rubber powder modified asphalt pavement under dynamic loads, this paper, based on the “Full-Scale Accelerated Pavement Loading Testing” project, designed experimental schemes for asphalt mixtures with varying rubber powder contents. The paper employed accelerated loading test equipment to evaluate the stress and deformation of pavement structures, obtaining dynamic strain response data to analyze the strain response patterns of various structural layers. Combining finite element numerical simulations and a custom loading program, the paper examined the dynamic responses of rubber powder modified asphalt pavements under variable temperature conditions. The results show that through microscopic testing, …


Aging Asphalt Concrete Cracking Performance Under Different Cyclic Loading Frequencies, YAN Jingchen, MA Yanpei, YAN Junjie 2023 School of Civil Engineering, Inner Mongolia University of Technology, Hohhot, Inner Mongolia 010051, China; Key Laboratory of Civil Engineering Structure and Mechanics of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, Hohhot, Inner Mongolia 010051, China

Aging Asphalt Concrete Cracking Performance Under Different Cyclic Loading Frequencies, Yan Jingchen, Ma Yanpei, Yan Junjie

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

Using digital speckle technology, this paper examines the crack propagation behavior of asphalt concrete under repeated loading, analyzing the crack propagation mechanism from macro- and micro-perspectives under different aging conditions and loading frequencies for four types of asphalt concrete. The results show that the basalt fiber-reinforced asphalt concrete beam specimens delay the onset of the unstable crack propagation phase, thus extending the service life of the asphalt concrete. Aging accelerates the progression of asphalt concrete to the unstable crack propagation point, advancing this stage by 4%-5%. Under repeated loading frequencies of 5 Hz, 10 Hz, and 15 Hz, the damage …


Study On Microstructure Of Asphalt Modified By Oil‐Coal Blend, GUO Pengfei, ZHOU Xinfeng 2023 Yulin Highway Bureau, Yulin, Shaanxi 710009, China

Study On Microstructure Of Asphalt Modified By Oil‐Coal Blend, Guo Pengfei, Zhou Xinfeng

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

To investigate the microstructure and modification mechanism of asphalt modified with oil-coal blend, SK-90# asphalt was mixed with 5%, 10%, 15%, 20%, and 25% (external blending method) oil-coal blend to produce modified asphalt. The performance and microstructural changes of the modified asphalt were analyzed using contact angle testing, infrared spectroscopy, cross-sectional SEM, and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy. The results show that the oil-coal blend exhibits good compatibility with asphalt. During the modification process, esterification reactions occurred, resulting in a decrease in hydroxyl-containing aromatic compounds and an increase in carbonyl-containing aromatic compounds. Macroscopically, the oil-coal blend-modified asphalt demonstrated excellent high-temperature performance.


Design And Development Of Two And Three Dimensional Integration System For Highway Based On Webgis, CHE Defu, ZHOU Huajun 2023 School of Resources and Civil Engineering, Northeastern University, Shenyang, Liaoning 110819, China

Design And Development Of Two And Three Dimensional Integration System For Highway Based On Webgis, Che Defu, Zhou Huajun

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

To address the inefficiencies, lengthy cycles, and high resource demands in the process of determining the annual project database for highway maintenance quotas in Liaoning Province, a 2D and 3D integration system for highways based on WebGIS was designed and developed. This system not only provides a macroscopic view of the geographic distribution and overall characteristics of highways but also offers a detailed and intuitive representation of the spatial relationships and conditions of roadbeds and pavement damage. The system meets the needs of modern highway management and can serve as a reference for other highway maintenance quota tasks.


Research On Influence Factors And Efficiency Analysis Of Expressway Maintenance Marketization, ZHONG Wen, HE Shoukui, WANG Xiaodong 2023 School of Economics and Management, Chongqing Jiaotong University, Chongqing 400074, China; Civil Aviation Airport Chengdu Electronic Engineering Design Co., Ltd., Chengdu, Sichuan 610000, China

Research On Influence Factors And Efficiency Analysis Of Expressway Maintenance Marketization, Zhong Wen, He Shoukui, Wang Xiaodong

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

To promote market-oriented reform of highway maintenance, this paper investigates its influencing factors and outcomes and proposes an evaluation model for assessing its effects. A panoramic analysis method within a three-dimensional framework was employed to determine the evaluation content. Drawing on the balanced scorecard concept, the analysis incorporates four dimensions: business, user, internal management, and learning and growth, with the innovative addition of a social responsibility dimension to construct an evaluation indicator system. Subsequently, a cloud-based extension model was developed to evaluate the effectiveness of expressway maintenance marketization and calculate the evaluation grade. Empirical analysis was conducted using data from …


Analysis Of Expressway Routine Maintenance Performance Management Based On Dea, LI Yuhuan, SHI Xiaoli, GAO Nan 2023 Highway School, Chang’an University, Xi’an, Shaanxi 710064, China; Xi’an Municipal Design and Research Institute Co., Ltd., Xi’an, Shaanxi 710068, China

Analysis Of Expressway Routine Maintenance Performance Management Based On Dea, Li Yuhuan, Shi Xiaoli, Gao Nan

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

To allocate maintenance resources efficiently and improve management levels, this paper examines the maintenance performance and improvement strategies of routine maintenance projects for 23 expressways in Shaanxi Province using 2018 operational maintenance data and data envelopment analysis. The results show that for some inefficient subsidiaries, traditional radial- and slack-based performance improvement methods are challenging and impractical in the short term. Therefore, a scenario-dependent model-based long-term incremental improvement strategy is proposed. By leveraging relative improvement values, this strategy enables phased improvements for inefficient subsidiaries. It provides a feasible approach for subsidiaries to set lower short-term performance improvement targets while achieving gradual …


Study On The Minimum Radius Of Vertical Curve Of Highway Main Line Entrance Section Based On Merging Sight Distance, LI Yang, ZHAO Yemei, CHEN Tianxing 2023 Hubei Communications Planning and Design Institute Co., Ltd., Wuhan, Hubei 430051, China

Study On The Minimum Radius Of Vertical Curve Of Highway Main Line Entrance Section Based On Merging Sight Distance, Li Yang, Zhao Yemei, Chen Tianxing

Journal of China & Foreign Highway

Given the limited research on the vertical curve radius of highway mainline entrance sections and the lack of differentiation between entrance and exit sections in existing studies, this paper identifies merging sight distance as the primary influencing factor for the vertical curve radius of entrance sections. Using merging sight distance as the control condition, the vertical curve radius of entrance sections was studied. A safety merging sight distance calculation model for highway mainline entrance sections was established by analyzing the traffic behavior characteristics of vehicles on the entrance mainline and considering drivers’ psychological and physiological characteristics. The sight distance model …


Machine Learning-Based Data And Model Driven Bayesian Uncertanity Quantification Of Inverse Problems For Suspended Non-Structural System, Zhiyuan Qin 2023 Clemson University

Machine Learning-Based Data And Model Driven Bayesian Uncertanity Quantification Of Inverse Problems For Suspended Non-Structural System, Zhiyuan Qin

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Inverse problems involve extracting the internal structure of a physical system from noisy measurement data. In many fields, the Bayesian inference is used to address the ill-conditioned nature of the inverse problem by incorporating prior information through an initial distribution. In the nonparametric Bayesian framework, surrogate models such as Gaussian Processes or Deep Neural Networks are used as flexible and effective probabilistic modeling tools to overcome the high-dimensional curse and reduce computational costs. In practical systems and computer models, uncertainties can be addressed through parameter calibration, sensitivity analysis, and uncertainty quantification, leading to improved reliability and robustness of decision and …


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