Mechanical Property and Parameter Optimization of Inverted Arch Structure in Soft Rock Tunnel under High Geo-stress
In order to explore the mechanical properties and reasonable support parameters of the inverted arch during the construction of soft rock tunnels under high geo-stress,field tests and numerical simulations are conducted based on the Lianchengshan Tunnel of Baoji-Hanzhong Expressway in Shaanxi Province.Aiming at the construction diseases and main influencing factors of inverted arches,the structural deformation and mechanical response of the inverted arch are investigated by different influencing factors,and the sensitivity of the deformation and stress of the inverted arch on different influencing factors is analyzed.Based on the disease characteristics and numerical simulation results of the inverted arch,the support parameters such as the radius(depth)and thickness of the inverted arch are optimized and verified in engineering.The result shows that(1)During the construction of the Lianchengshan Tunnel,the maximum contact pressure of the secondary lining at the inverted arch reaches 1.034 MPa,and the maximum stress of the concrete exceeds its compressive strength(30 MPa),resulting in diseases such as floor heave and cracking of the inverted arch backfill.The design support parameters of the inverted arch are difficult to ensure structural stability.(2)The level of ground stress and the deterioration of the surrounding rock of the foundation have a significant impact on the structural deformation and stress state of the inverted arch,with the influence of the softening depth of the foundation being the most prominent,followed by the level of ground stress.(3)Reducing the radius of the inverted arch,increasing the thickness of the inverted arch,increasing the diameter of the inverted arch steel bars,and reducing the spacing between the inverted arch steel bars can significantly suppress the deformation of the inverted arch.Increasing the strength grade of concrete,however,has no significant effect on controlling the deformation of the inverted arch,and its economic efficiency is poor.(4)The optimized inverted arch significantly improves its own stress performance,effectively controlling the structural defects of the inverted arch,avoiding frequent dismantling and reinstallation,and ensuring the safety and stability of the tunnel structure.The research results can provide important reference for the deformation control and disease prevention of the inverted arches of similar soft rock tunnels.
tunnel engineeringmechanical propertyfield testparameter optimizationinverted archsoft rock