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    Comparative effects of adjacent loaded pile row on existing tunnel by 2d and 3d simulation models
    (2021-10-25)
    Heama, Narunat
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    Jongpradist, Pornkasem
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    Lueprasert, Prateep
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    Suwansawat, Suchatvee
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    Jamsawang, Pitthaya
    Selecting suitable simulation methods for complex problems requires a careful balance between the predicted accuracy and computational effort. This research comparatively investigated the effects of adjacent loaded pile row on an existing tunnel in terms of tunnel deformation and lining force, displacement of soil surrounding between tunnel and pile and load transfer of the pile. Simulations were carried out by eight simulation models consisting of 3D finite element (FE) full models (model 1-2); 3D FE symmetry models (model 3-4); and a pile wall in 2D FE models (models 5-8). In loaded pile row simulation, simulations were performed with two pile types: volume pile and embedded pile. In 2D simulation, the 3D pile row was converted into 2D pile wall under plane strain condition by using three transformation methods. The results show that the predicted tunnel responses are adequately accurate as long as the reasonable soil movement behavior can be reproduced. The 2D equivalent dimensions and 2D equivalent axial rigidity are recommended since they provide conservative estimation on both tunnel deformation and lining forces. The 2D equivalent flexural rigidity is not recommended if the pile response is also of concern. The novelty of this research lies in the use and discussion on the applicability of various 2D and 3D models to simulate the effects of adjacent loaded pile row on the existing tunnel, as opposed to previous studies which focused on one or two simulation models.
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    Dependence Of Tunnel Deformation Due To Adjacent Pile Under Loading On Tunnel Geometry
    (2019-01-01)
    Lueprasert, Prateep
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    Jongpradist, Pornkasem
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    Ruangvirrojanakul, Kodchamon
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    Suwansawat, Suchatvee
    With rapid urbanization, large number of tunnels with various dimensions have been constructed for transportation and utility systems in many big cities. At the same time, the constructions of infrastructures using a pile foundation system are also necessary in urban area. With limited space, the existing tunnels can be inevitably impacted by the newly constructed pile-supported structures. With various design criteria of tunnel lining, the size and thickness are varied from project to project. With an adjacent pile under loading, different degrees of impact on these tunnels are expected. This study numerically investigates the effect of tunnel diameter and lining thickness on tunnel deformation due to adjacent pile under loading. The MRTA and WMA tunnels in Bangkok subsoil are chosen as the reference cases for investigation. From a series of parametric study, a relationship between the tunnel deformation and dimensionless parameter, which include the size and thickness of lining, can be successfully established.
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    Numerical investigation of tunnel deformation due to adjacent loaded pile and pile-soil-tunnel interaction
    (2017-11-01)
    Lueprasert, Prateep
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    Jongpradist, Pornkasem
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    Jongpradist, Pattaramon
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    Suwansawat, Suchatvee
    An adjacent construction with a pile foundation in dense urban areas can contribute to possible damage to or an operational safety concern for existing tunnels. To establish a preventive measure in the design stage, a proper assessment method for the impacts of an adjacent pile under loading on a tunnel and an understanding of pile-soil-tunnel interaction are essential. This article recommends an assessment method for tunnel deformation, defined by the maximum extension and maximum contraction of the tunnel diameter and their associated axes with respect to the horizontal and vertical directions, respectively. The method could appropriately trace the changes to the tunnel diameter and the global distortion of the tunnel lining. Using a series of three-dimensional elasto-plastic numerical analyses conducted to investigate the influences of an adjacent loaded pile on an existing tunnel for varying pile tip positions with respect to the tunnel and soil stratum, the proposed method can effectively capture the response of the deformed tunnel as a distorted ellipse shape. Investigation of the analysis results from this assessment method in conjunction with those of the supplementary analyses of pile load reasonably reveal the pile-soil-tunnel interaction mechanism behind the tunnel deformation behaviour due to an adjacent loaded pile.