Analysis of Crack Formation and Growth in Tunnel Linings Using Double-K Fracture Criterion

Empirical criteria and fracture/damage mechanics are used to evaluate the safety of lining cracks in the conventional methods. However, the former lacks a scientific basis, and the latter requires complicated mechanical calculations. To overcome the above shortcomings, this paper proposes a new meth...

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Main Authors: Chengjun Huang, Xinrui Li, Ming Wen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-01-01
Series:Applied Sciences
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/12/3/1064